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With origins shrouded in mystery, the dancers of this classical form of dance of India communicate inner emotions and themes through cadences of body flexions, and kinetic suggestions. Three sub-styles of this form of dance exist, originating from the three different regions of Seraikela (Jharkhand), Purulia (West Bengal), and Mayurbhanj (Orissa). Martial movements, strong rhythmic statements and dynamic use of space are characteristic of this dance form. The dance is an excellent culmination of enormous vitality and virility. As it is difficult to dance for long with a mask, the dance does not last more than 7-10 minutes.<\/p>\n

The above paragraph may be attributed to which one of the following dance form?<\/p>\n

[amp_mcq option1=”Jatra” option2=”Chhau” option3=”Garba” option4=”Cheraw” correct=”option2″]<\/p>\n

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\nThe description accurately matches the characteristics of the Chhau dance form.
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\n– Chhau is a semi-classical Indian dance with martial, tribal, and folk origins.
\n– The description mentions the three sub-styles originating from Seraikela (Jharkhand), Purulia (West Bengal), and Mayurbhanj (Odisha). This is a defining characteristic of Chhau.
\n– Other features mentioned, such as martial movements, strong rhythms, dynamic use of space, vitality, and virility, are all typical of Chhau, which often depicts stories from epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata or local folklore.
\n– While mask use varies by style (Purulia and Seraikela use masks, Mayurbhanj does not), the mention of difficulty dancing with a mask and short duration aligns with the masked forms.
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\n– Jatra is a form of folk theatre popular in rural Bengal and Odisha.
\n– Garba is a folk dance from Gujarat.
\n– Cheraw dance is a traditional bamboo dance performed in Mizoram.
\n– None of these other options match the detailed description provided, especially the mention of the three specific regional styles and martial characteristics.
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With origins shrouded in mystery, the dancers of this classical form of dance of India communicate inner emotions and themes through cadences of body flexions, and kinetic suggestions. Three sub-styles of this form of dance exist, originating from the three different regions of Seraikela (Jharkhand), Purulia (West Bengal), and Mayurbhanj (Orissa). Martial movements, strong rhythmic … <\/p>\n

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