SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 26

SSC MTS - 19 July 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q26

Jagoi and Cholom are the two main divisions of ?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e Manipuri.

  • Jagoi and cholom are the two main divisions in Manipur's dance, the one gentle and the other vigorous, corresponding to the lasya and tandava elements described in sanskrit literature.
  • They constitute independent streams and an artist spends a lifetime perfecting any form within the spectrum.
  • The Jagoi element is predominant in Ras Leela and similar votive performances.