SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 44

SSC CGL - 17 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q44

The Matki dance is the famous folk dance associated with which of the following states?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Madhya Pradesh.

The Matki dance is a vibrant folk dance associated with Madhya Pradesh, particularly performed by women in the Malwa region. This traditional dance involves balancing earthen pots (matkis) on the head while executing graceful movements, often during festivals like Holi and weddings. Accompanied by rhythmic folk music, it celebrates rural culture and feminine grace. Similar pot dances exist in Rajasthan (Ghoomar) and Gujarat (Garba), but Matki is distinctly linked to Madhya Pradesh.