art_culture medium Fill in the Blank

In Bharatanatyam, the elaborate pleated fan attached to the dancer's waist is called _____.

  1. Pallu
  2. Fan Pleats
  3. Kacham
  4. Saree Drape

Answer: Kacham

Kacham refers to the pleated cloth fan attached at the waist in Bharatanatyam costume. It accentuates footwork and mudras, creating visual rhythm. Traditional costumes use Kanchipuram silk with gold zari borders.

Topic Classical Dance - Costume Elements
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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