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Which of the following dance forms was introduced by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva?

Which of the following dance forms was introduced by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva? Correct Answer Sattriya

The correct answer is Satriya.

Key Points

  • Sattriya is a classical dance of Assam and it was introduced by Mahapurusha Sankaradeva.
  • Mahapurusha Sankaradeva:
    • He was born in 1449 AD in Nagaon, Assam.
    • Sankardev inspired the Bhakti movement in Assam.
    • He was the founder of Ekasarana Dharma.
    • He is considered the father of the modern Assamese race.​

Additional Information

  • Bihu:
    • It is a festival of Assam.
    • This festival is celebrated 3 times a year
      • Rongali or Bohag Bihu: April
      • Kati Bihu: October
      • Bhogali or Magh Bihu: January
  • Popir:
    • Popir is the folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh.
    • Performed by Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
    • It is mainly performed by females.
  • ​Ponung:
    • ​It is a folk dance of Arunachal Pradesh.
    • Performed by Adi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
    • Ponung dance is an important religious celebration for the Adi tribe.

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