Question Q.11GS1GS1

India has a rich tradition of diverse dance forms, encompassing both classical and folk styles. Illustrate how they reflect the country's rich spiritual, cultural, and social life.

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India's classical dances dates back to the time of veda, where Bharatmuni's Natyashastra take inspirations from Sama Veda, Yajur veda (dance moves) and Atharvaveda (expressions) in Bharatattayam.

Kathak ← Classical ← Folk dance → Bhagta Gidda

Mohiniattam Demaijya

Ras lila

Danavi

Kuchipudi

Reflection in centuries:

(I) Spiritual life:

a) Sattasiya (Assam): played in praise of Lord Krishna in Sattar Monastery.

b) Raslia: for Krishna Devatin

c) Mohiniyattam: depicting 'Sagar manthan'.

d) Bharatnattayam: dance in the service of temple for duties.

— Vivek Singh · AIR 276

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Salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times

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Classical and folk dances reflecting Indian culture

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