SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 47

SSC CGL - 26 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q47

Yakshagan is a folk dance of which of the following states?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Karnataka.

Yakshagana is a traditional folk dance primarily from the Indian state of Karnataka. It is a vibrant and unique dance-drama form that combines music, dance, dialogue, and elaborate costumes. The performance is typically based on mythological or historical stories and is accompanied by traditional music played on instruments such as the chenda and maddale. Yakshagana is particularly popular in the coastal regions of Karnataka, where it has been a significant cultural tradition for centuries.