During which festival is the Bihu dance primarily performed?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Bihu
Explanation:
The Bihu dance is an indigenous folk dance from the Indian state of Assam associated with the Bihu festival. It is performed during the three Bihu festivals celebrated throughout the year—Rongali Bihu (in April), Kongali Bihu (in October), and Bhogali Bihu (in January). The dance is characterized by brisk step movements and rapid hand gestures, performed by young men and women wearing traditional Assamese attire.
Key Points:
The Rongali Bihu (or Bohag Bihu), celebrated in April, marks the beginning of the Assamese New Year and the spring season, during which the dance is performed with the highest enthusiasm.
Traditional instruments like the dhol (drum), pepa (wind instrument made of buffalo horn), and taal (cymbals) are used to provide the rhythm for the dance.
Assam is well known for its rich cultural heritage, with Bihu being its most famous cultural symbol.
Important Questions and Answers:
Question: In which Indian state is the Bihu dance traditionally performed?
Answer: Assam.
Question: How many times is the Bihu festival celebrated in a year in Assam?
Answer: Three times (Bohag/Rongali Bihu, Kati/Kongali Bihu, and Magh/Bhogali Bihu).