Question

Which among the following is a martial dance?
A)Kathakali
B)Bamboo dance in Meghalaya
C)Chhau of Mayurbhanj
D)Bhangra of Punjab

Answer 1

Hint - The stories enacted in this form of Martial Dance are sourced from Hindu Epics such as the Ramayana and the Puranas. It is performed during the spring festival of Chaitra Parva.

Complete Step by Step Answer - The Chauu Dance of Mayurbhanj, Odisha, is a semi classical dance with origins in Eastern India. It is one of the forms of the Chhau, the other two being Purulia Chau of Bengal and the Seraikella Chau of Jharkhand. It is influenced by folk, tribal and martial traditions. Through it's performances it celebrates martial arts, acrobatics and athletics.
OPTION A - Kathakali is a very famous type of Classical Indian dance form. They are distinguished by their colourful make-up, costumes and face masks. It is indigenous to the state of Kerala. The themes of Kathakali performances are mythologies, spiritual legends and religious stories.
OPTION B - Bamboo dance,local name being Cheraw Dance, is a traditional dance indigenous to the state of Mizoram, India. Six to eight people are involved in dance, the male dancers clap the bamboo sticks and the female dancers dance in intricate steps between the moving bamboos.
OPTION C - Chhau of Mayurbhanj is a form of Chhau dance indigenous to the state of Odisha. It is a type of traditional martial arts dance. It is usually performed during the spring festival of “Chaitra Parva”. Masks are an integral part of the dance. All aspects of the dance are only taught and transmitted orally. The Chhau dance in 2010 was included in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity prepared by UNESCO.
OPTION D - Bhangra is a form of Indian folk dance. It originated in Sialkot, Punjab. It is associated with the harvest festival of Baisakhi celebrated in the region.

Note - Chhau of Mayurbhanj is a form of martial dance. It is indigenous to eastern India. It is one of three forms of Chhau. It is performed during the festival of Chaitra Parva.