Which dance from Assam involves a group of dancers performing in circles or rows, often accompanied by drums and pipes, to celebrate the Bihu festival?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Answer: Bihu.
Explanation:
Bihu dance is the most famous folk dance of Assam, performed during the Bihu festival. This dance specifically celebrates the harvest and the arrival of spring. Groups of dancers, dressed in traditional colorful silk clothing (called 'mekhela chadar'), perform in circles or rows. The main characteristic of this dance is its swift footwork and distinctive hand movements. Traditional instruments such as drums, pepa (pipes made from buffalo horns), taal, and gogona are used during the performance. This dance is a powerful symbol of Assamese identity and community unity.
Additional Points:
Bagurumba: This is a traditional dance of the Bodo community of Assam, also known as the 'butterfly dance.'
Dhol Cholom: This is a famous drum dance of Manipur.
Hojagiri: This is a famous folk dance of the Reang community of Tripura.
Possible exam questions and answers:
1. Question: How many types of Bihu are celebrated in Assam in a year?
Answer: Three (Rangali, Kongali, and Bhogali Bihu).
2. Question: What is the famous musical instrument 'Pepa' used in Bihu dance made of?
Answer: Buffalo horn.