The dance form traces that its origin to the festival of Lai Haraoba is frrom which state?

The dance form traces that its origin to the festival of Lai Haraoba is frrom which state? Correct Answer Manipur

The correct answer is Manipur.

  • Manipur:
    • Manipuri dance gets a mythological origin to the celestial dance of Shiva and Parvati along with the local ‘Gandharvas’. 
    • It traces its origin to the festival of Lai Haraoba, where many dances were performed.
    • The dance gained prominence with the advent of Vaishnavism in the 15th century.
    • Lord Krishna became the main theme of this dance form. It is performed generally by females.

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