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SSC Stenographer 2022 PYQ — Question 117

SSC Stenographer - 17 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q117

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Sankirtana is a style of ________, one of the classical dances of India. 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Manipuri.

  • Sankirtana is a distinctive style of Manipuri, one of India's classical dances.
  • It involves ritual singing, drumming, and dancing, serving as an art form in Manipur.
  • Typically performed to commemorate religious events and various stages in the lives of Manipuri Vaishnavites, Sankirtana holds cultural significance in the region.