The correct answer is: Both a and b.
Goalpariya Lokgeet are folk songs from the Goalpara region of Assam, India. They are sung in the Goalpariya dialect of Assamese and are influenced by Bengali folk traditions and tribal music. The songs are often about love, loss, and nature. They are typically sung in a call-and-response style and accompanied by instruments such as the dhol, the ektara, and the bansuri.
Bengali folk traditions are a rich and diverse source of music, dance, and literature. The songs are often about love, loss, and nature. They are typically sung in a call-and-response style and accompanied by instruments such as the dhol, the ektara, and the bansuri.
Tribal music is a diverse genre of music that encompasses the music of indigenous peoples around the world. The music is often characterized by its use of percussive instruments, its strong rhythms, and its use of vocal harmonies.
Goalpariya Lokgeet are a unique and beautiful blend of Bengali folk traditions and tribal music. They are a valuable part of the cultural heritage of Assam.