Kalbelia is a famous folk dance of which Indian state?

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  1. Odisha
  2. Bihar
  3. West Bengal
  4. Rajasthan

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Option 4 : Rajasthan
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The correct answer is Rajasthan.

Key Points

  • Kalbelia is a folk dance mainly performed by the Kalbelia Community in Rajasthan.
  • It is also known by other names like 'Sapera Dance' or 'Snake Charmer Dance'. 
  • It was included in UNESCO's representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity from the year 2010. 
  • In Kalbelia dance, males play generally various traditional instruments, and females of the Kalbelia Community perform the dance.
  • Kalbelia dance is one of the most sensuous dances among   all Rajasthani dances.

Additional Information

  • Rajasthan: (As of February 2024)
    • ​Chief Minister - Shri Bhajanlal Sharma
    • Governor - Kalraj Mishra
    • Famous Dances - Ghoomar, Bhavai, Kalbelia, Chari, Chakri and Gair
    • National Park - Ranthambore National Park, Sariska Tiger Reserve, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Maharashtra Dance forms are Lavani Dance, Dhangari Gaja, Folk Dances, Koli Dances, Tamasha etc.
  • Kerala Dance forms are Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Thirvathirakali, Chakyar Koothu etc.
  • Gujarat Dance forms are Dandiya Raas, Garba, Tippani, Padhar etc.
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