Classical Dance Folk Dance

Classical dance originates from Natya Shastra. The 2 basic aspects of Classical dance are Lasya and

Tandava.

Folk dance is the kind of dance that is developed by the people

reflecting their lives, often to the local music.

Classical dances are associated with Spirituality.

Folk dance is associated with celebrating agricultural harvest or social gatherings like weddings etc.

Classical Dance Folk Dance

Classical dances are more about grace and composure

Folk dances are all about energy, enthusiasm and power.

Classical dances are performed by professional or highly trained

dancers who have studied their form for many years.

Folk dances are not performed by professional dancers. It is a dance of

common people.

There are eight classical Dances in India. They are Kathak from North

India, Sattriya of Assam, Bharatnatyam of Tamil Nadu, Kuchipudi of Andhra Pradesh, Kathakali and Mohiniaattam of

Kerala, Manipuri of Northeast India, and Odissi of Odisha.

There are more than 30 folk dances in India. Some of the most popular

folk dances are Ghoomer (Rajasthan), Kacchi Gori Chari

(Rajasthan), Kalbelia (Rajasthan).

State of Origin List of Folk Dances in India

Andhra PradeshVilasini Natyam, Bhamakalpam, Veeranatyam,

Dappu, Tappeta Gullu, Lambadi, Dhimsa, Kolattam.

Arunachal Pradesh Buiya, Chalo, Wancho, Pasi Kongki, Ponung, Popir

Assam Bihu, Bichhua, Natpuja, Maharas, Kaligopal, Bagurumba, Naga dance, Khel Gopal

Bihar Jata-Jatin, Bakho-Bakhain, Panwariya

Chattisgarh Gaur Maria, Panthi, Raut Nacha, Pandwani, Vedamati, Kapalik

Gujarat Garba, Dandiya Raas, Tippani Juriun, Bhavai

Goa Tarangamel, Koli, Dekhni, Fugdi, Shigmo, Ghode, Modni, Samayi nrutya, Jagar, Ranmale

State of Origin List of Folk Dances in India

Haryana Jhumar, Phag, Daph, Dhamal, Loor, Gugga, Khor.

Himachal Pradesh Jhora, Jhali, Chharhi, Dhaman, Chhapeli, Mahasu

Jammu & Kashmir Rauf, Hikat, Mandjas, Kud Dandi Nach

Jharkhand Alkap, Karma Munda, Agni, Jhumar, Janani Jhumar, Mardana Jhumar, Paika, Phagua

Karnataka Yakshagana, Huttari, Suggi, Kunitha, Karga

Kerala Ottam Thullal, Kaikottikali

Maharashtra Lavani, Nakata, Koli, Lezim, Gafa, Dahikala Dasavtar.

Madhya Pradesh Jawara, Matki, Aada, Khada Nach, Phulpati, Grida Dance, Selalarki, Selabhadoni

State of Origin List of Folk Dances in India

Meghalaya Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem, Nongkrem, Laho

MizoramCheraw Dance, Khuallam, Chailam, Sawlakin,

Chawnglaizawn, Zangtalam

NagalandRangma, Bamboo Dance, Zeliang, Nsuirolians,

Gethinglim

Odisha Savari, Ghumara, Painka, Munari

Punjab Bhangra, Giddha, Daff, Dhaman, Bhand

RajasthanGhumar, Chakri, Ganagor, Jhulan Leela, Jhuma,

Suisini, Ghapal

SikkimChu Faat, Sikmari, Singhi Chaam or the Snow Lion,

Yak Chaam, Denzong Gnenha, Tashi Yangku

Tamil Nadu Kumi, Kolattam, Kavadi

Tripura Hojagiri

Uttar Pradesh Nautanki, Raslila, Kajri, Jhora, Chappeli

Uttarakhand Garhwali, Kumayuni, Kajari, Jhora, Raslila