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    The 2 major dance forms in India are classical and folk dance. Classical dance originated from the Natya Shastra text and has 8 recognized forms, plus Chhau which was recently added, making a total of 9 classical forms. Folk dances emerged from local traditions varying by state or region and represent the culture and celebrations of the community. There are many folk dances in India, varying widely by state.

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    The 2 major dance forms in India are classical and folk dance. Classical dance originated from the Natya Shastra text and has 8 recognized forms, plus Chhau which was recently added, making a total of 9 classical forms. Folk dances emerged from local traditions varying by state or region and represent the culture and celebrations of the community. There are many folk dances in India, varying widely by state.

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    The 2 major dance forms in India are classical and folk dance. Classical dance originated from the Natya Shastra text and has 8 recognized forms, plus Chhau which was recently added, making a total of 9 classical forms. Folk dances emerged from local traditions varying by state or region and represent the culture and celebrations of the community. There are many folk dances in India, varying widely by state.

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    The 2 major dance forms in India are classical and folk dance.

    The major difference between Classical and


    Folk dance is the origin.
    Classical dance has a deep-rooted relationship with the Natya Shastra where the specific features of each of
    the Classical dance forms have been mentioned.
    Folk dance, on the other hand, emerged from the local tradition of the respective state, ethnic or geographic
    regions.

    Classical Dance in India


    The classical dance form originated from the Natya Shastra. There are 8 classical dance forms in India as
    per the source and scholar.
    The Cultural Ministry of India has included Chhau into the list of classical dances that makes a total of 9
    classical dance forms.
    The 8 basic technicalities that are expressed in the classical dance are given below:

    1. Shringar: Love
    2. Hasya: Humorous
    3. Karuna: Sorrow
    4. Raudra: Anger
    5. Veer: Heroism
    6. Bhayanak: Fear
    7. Bibhats: Disgust
    8. Adbhoot: Wonder

    Indian Dances with States is an important static GK topic for the UPSC exam. For information on
    various static GK topics check the article linked here.
    For more on Indian classical dances, click on the linked article.
    The list of classical dances in India is given below:

    List of Classical dances in India State of Origin

    Bharatnatyam Tamil Nadu

    Kathak Uttar Pradesh

    Kuchipudi Andhra Pradesh

    Odissi Odisha

    Kathakali Kerala

    Sattriya Assam

    Manipuri Manipur

    Mohiniyattam Kerala
    Questions based on these classical Indian dance forms are common in the UPSC exam for the prelims
    phase.

    Folk Dances in India


    Folk dances in India represent the culture and tradition of the community from where it originated.
    Folk dances are usually performed during the respective community’s celebration- childbirth, festivals,
    weddings, etc.
    There are different types of Folk dances in India.
    The list of Folk Dances in India is given below:

    State of Origin List of Folk Dances in India

    Andhra Pradesh Vilasini Natyam, Bhamakalpam, Veeranatyam, Dappu, Tappeta Gullu, Lambadi,
    Dhimsa, Kolattam.

    Arunachal Pradesh Buiya, Chalo, Wancho, Pasi Kongki, Ponung, Popir

    Assam Bihu, Bichhua, Natpuja, Maharas, Kaligopal, Bagurumba, Naga dance, Khel Gopal.

    Bihar Jata-Jatin, Bakho-Bakhain, Panwariya

    Chhattisgarh Gaur Maria, Panthi, Raut Nacha, Pandwani, Vedamati, Kapalik

    Gujarat Garba, Dandiya Raas, Tippani Juriun, Bhavai

    Goa Tarangamel, Koli, Dekhni, Fugdi, Shigmo, Ghode, Modni, Samayi nrutya, Jagar,
    Ranmale

    Haryana Jhumar, Phag, Daph, Dhamal, Loor, Gugga, Khor.

    Himachal Pradesh Jhora, Jhali, Chharhi, Dhaman, Chhapeli, Mahasu

    Jammu & Rauf, Hikat, Mandjas, Kud Dandi Nach


    Kashmir

    Jharkhand Alkap, Karma Munda, Agni, Jhumar, Janani Jhumar, Mardana Jhumar, Paika, Phagua

    Karnataka Yakshagana, Huttari, Suggi, Kunitha, Karga

    Kerala Ottam Thullal, Kaikottikali

    Maharashtra Lavani, Nakata, Koli, Lezim, Gafa, Dahikala Dasavtar

    Madhya Pradesh Jawara, Matki, Aada, Khada Nach, Phulpati, Grida Dance, Selalarki, Selabhadoni

    Manipur Dol Cholam, Thang Ta, Lai Haraoba, Pung Cholom

    Meghalaya Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem, Nongkrem, Laho

    Mizoram Cheraw Dance, Khuallam, Chailam, Sawlakin, Chawnglaizawn, Zangtalam

    Nagaland Rangma, Zeliang, Nsuirolians, Gethinglim

    Odisha Savari, Ghumara, Painka, Munari


    Punjab Bhangra, Giddha, Daff, Dhaman, Bhand

    Rajasthan Ghumar, Chakri, Ganagor, Jhulan Leela, Jhuma, Suisini, Ghapal

    Sikkim Chu Faat, Sikmari, Singhi Chaam or the Snow Lion, Yak Chaam, Denzong Gnenha,
    Tashi Yangku

    Tamil Nadu Kumi, Kolattam, Kavadi

    Tripura Hojagiri

    Uttar Pradesh Nautanki, Raslila, Kajri, Jhora, Chappeli

    Uttarakhand Garhwali, Kumayuni, Kajari, Jhora, Raslila

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