Grida folk dance is performed in the state of Madhya Pradesh during _________ when the rabi crop is ready to be harvested.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Winter
- Grida folk dance is performed in the state of Madhya Pradesh during the festival of Makar Sankranti, which typically falls in the month of January in winter season.
- Makar Sankranti is a significant agricultural festival celebrated across India to mark the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar), and it signifies the beginning of longer and warmer days.
- This festival is closely associated with the harvest season, particularly for rabi crops, which are ready to be harvested during this time.
- Grida dance is a traditional folk dance performed by the tribal communities in Madhya Pradesh as a part of their celebrations during Makar Sankranti.
- It is a joyful and rhythmic dance that reflects the joy of a successful harvest and the onset of a prosperous period in the agricultural calendar.
- The dance is a vibrant expression of the cultural heritage of the region and plays an important role in celebrating the agricultural abundance of Madhya Pradesh.