Fill in the Blank:
In Jhora dance, participants hold each other by the _______.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Arms.
Jhora is a popular folk dance from the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, performed mainly during the spring season and festivals. In this dance, men and women from all castes participate together, forming a large circle. The participants move in a rhythmic step while holding each other by the arms or sometimes linking hands. This circular formation symbolizes unity and community spirit. The dance is accompanied by the rhythmic beats of the Hurka (a traditional drum) and traditional folk songs sung in a call-and-response pattern.