To which of the following states does Danda-Jatra dance belongs to?

To which of the following states does Danda-Jatra dance belongs to? Correct Answer Odisha

  • Danda-Jatra is one of the oldest dance of India performed in Odisha.
Dances Tribes or Community its related to and its significance Place of origin
Paika

It's a martial folk dance where the performer is in battle formation with spears and shields

Paika is a form of long spear and also the word Paika signifies battle

Odisha
Jat-Jatin

It's famous among the northern part of Bihar especially Mithila.

It signifies tender lovers and quarrels of a married couple.

Bihar
Jhumar

Its a popular harvest dance performed by the tribal of Jharkhand and Odisha.

Janani-Jhumar is performed by women as Mardana Jhumar performed by men.

Jharkhand, Odisha
Danda-Jatra

Its one of the oldest dance of India performed in Odisha.

Narrates the story of Shiva with social harmony and brotherhood

Odisha
Bihu

Bihu is a popular dance in Assam performed by both men and women in the group.

Rapid hand movement and brisk footwork are performed.

Assam

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