Complete exercise answers for Chapter 12, covering the global presence of dance, community and ritual traditions, informed consent, and Rāmāyaṇa-based performance traditions across Southeast Asia.
Question Answers
Exercises
Q1Name a dance form that has a global presence. Describe where it is performed and by whom.
Bhangra is an Indian dance form with a global presence. Besides traditional Lohri celebrations in Punjab, it is performed in flash mobs in Birmingham, during half-time shows at NBA games in the USA and in stage competitions in Singapore. It is performed by the Indian diaspora as well as dancers and enthusiasts from other cultures.
Q2Match the following:
| Column I | Correct match |
|---|---|
| i. Dance in funeral rites | b. Naṭa-Saṅkīrtana |
| ii. Dance as a celebration of good harvest | a. Bihu |
| iii. Martial art presented as a dance | d. Mayurbhanj Chhau |
| iv. Dance for community joy and togetherness | c. Garba |
i–b, ii–a, iii–d, iv–c.
Q3What is the importance of taking consent from the interviewee as a part of the production process of any podcast/interview?
Taking the interviewee’s consent before recording or sharing a podcast or interview is essential. It ensures that the person understands the purpose of the interview and agrees to the use of their voice, words and image. Consent protects their privacy, prevents misuse of the recorded material and builds trust between the interviewer and the interviewee.
Q4Match the following:
| Country/Region | Correct match |
|---|---|
| i. Thailand | c. Ramakien |
| ii. Java (Indonesia) | d. Sendratari |
| iii. Bali (Indonesia) | e. Kecak |
| iv. Laos | b. Phra Lak Phra Rām |
| v. Cambodia | a. Reamker |
i–c, ii–d, iii–e, iv–b, v–a.
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