The dance form Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem is a thanks giving dance of which community?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Khasi.
Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem, also known as the "Dance of the Peaceful Hearts," is a significant thanksgiving festival celebrated annually in April by the Khasi community of Meghalaya. It is performed to show gratitude to the Almighty for a bountiful harvest and the well-being of the community. The dance is characterized by traditional drums and pipes, where unmarried women dance in the inner circle while men, holding silver swords and whisks, dance in the outer circle as protectors.
Other options:
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Ao: A major Naga tribe known for the Moatsu festival and their vibrant warrior dances.
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Apatani: A tribe from Arunachal Pradesh famous for the Dree festival and unique agricultural practices.
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Adi: One of the most populous tribes of Arunachal Pradesh, known for the Ponung dance.