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How many classical dances are there in India according to Sangeet Natak Akademi ?

How many classical dances are there in India according to Sangeet Natak Akademi ? Correct Answer 9

The correct answer is 9.

Key Points

  • The Sangeet Natak Akademi currently confers classical status on Nine Indian classical dance styles:-
    • Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu)
    • Kathak (North, West and Central India)
    • Kathakali (Kerala)
    • Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh)
    • Odissi (Orissa)
    • Manipuri (Manipur)
    • Mohiniyattam (Kerala)
    • Sattriya (Assam)
    • Chhau (Eastern India)

Confusion Points

  • ​The Cultural Ministry of India has included Chhau in the list of classical dances making a total of 9 classical dance forms.

Additional Information

  • The 44th edition of the Khajuraho Dance Festival 2018 was held at Khajuraho temple, a UNESCO world heritage site in Madhya Pradesh.
  • Khajuraho Dance Festival is an annual cultural festival that highlights the richness of various Indian classical dance styles.

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