Dances of India
Here’s a table showcasing the classical and regional dances of India:
Classical Dances of India
| Dance Form | State |
|---|---|
| Bharatanatyam | Tamil Nadu |
| Kathak | North India |
| Kathakali | Kerala |
| Kuchipudi | Andhra Pradesh |
| Manipuri | Manipur |
| Mohiniyattam | Kerala |
| Odissi | Odisha |
| Sattriya | Assam |
Regional Dances of India
| Dance Form | State/Region |
|---|---|
| Bhangra | Punjab |
| Ghoomar | Rajasthan |
| Garba | Gujarat |
| Bihu | Assam |
| Lavani | Maharashtra |
| Chhau | Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand |
| Dandiya Raas | Gujarat |
| Yakshagana | Karnataka |
| Rouf | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Dollu Kunitha | Karnataka |
| Gidda | Punjab |
| Jhumar | Haryana, Punjab |
| Kalbelia | Rajasthan |
| Kuchipudi | Andhra Pradesh |
| Kummi | Tamil Nadu |
| Rauf | Jammu & Kashmir |
| Ras Leela | Uttar Pradesh |
| Thang Ta | Manipur |
| Tamang Selo | Sikkim |
| Cheraw | Mizoram |
These dances reflect the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India, each with its unique style, history, and significance.
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