Maitya Ram Reang (Satyaram) was conferred with the Padma Shri for his contributions to which of the folk dances?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Hojagiri.
- Maitya Ram was awarded the "Sangeet Natak Akademi" in 2004 for Hojagiri.
- The Hojagiri dance of Tripura is a blend of physical strength, rhythm, and delicate moments that requires years of practice to master.
- It is performed by the Bru community, one of the 19 tribes of the state.