Dhangari Gaja is a folk dance of ________. 

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  1. Assam
  2. Maharashtra
  3. Telangana
  4. Uttarakhand

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Option 2 : Maharashtra
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The correct answer is Maharashtra.Key Points

  • Dhangari Gaja is a popular folk dance form of Maharashtra, which is performed during various festive occasions.
  • The dance is performed by a group of male dancers who wear colorful traditional attire and play musical instruments like dhol, tasha, and cymbals.
  • The dance form is known for its vigorous movements and acrobatic stunts performed by the dancers.
  • The word "Dhangari" means shepherd and "Gaja" means elephant, which represents the strength and power of the dancers.

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  • Folk dances of Assam includes Bihu, Bagurumba, Bhortal and the Ojapali dance. ​
  • Folk dances of Telengana includes Gussadi dance, Dhimsa dance, Lambadi dance, Perini Sivatandavam, and Dappu dance.
  • Folk dance of Uttarakhand includes Choliya, Jhumelo, Pandavart / Pandava Leela, Langvir Dance, Chanchari and Chhapeli.
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