Match the dance with its prime social/religious context:
| Dance | Social/religious context |
| 1. Rauf | A. Eid & spring-wedding festivities |
| 2. Karma |
B. Bhadra Ekadashi agrarian ritual |
| 3. Tamasha | C. Night-long folk-theatre in Shimga season |
| 4. Jhumar | D. Post-monsoon tea-garden recreations |
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1-A 2-B 3-C 4-D.
These dances are deeply rooted in regional culture. Rauf (J&K) is performed by women during Eid and spring. Karma (Central India) is a tribal ritual dedicated to the God of Destiny during the Bhadra Ekadashi festival. Tamasha (Maharashtra) is a vibrant folk theatre popular during the Shimga (Holi) season. Jhumar (Assam/Bengal) is a rhythmic recreation for tea-garden workers, usually performed post-monsoon to celebrate the harvest and community bonding.