____________ has two traditions: one is the sankeertana (which is the devotional aspect) and the other is the raasa.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Manipuri dance.
 Manipuri dance has two traditions: one is the sankeertana, which encompasses the devotional aspect, and the other is the raasa.
 Manipuri dance, originating from the northeastern state of Manipur in India, is known for its graceful movements, intricate footwork, and expressive gestures.
 Sankeertana refers to the devotional songs and hymns sung in praise of Hindu deities, while raasa is a form of group dance that depicts the divine love of Lord Krishna and Radha.
 Exponents: Guru Bipin Singh, Guru Amubi Singh, Guru Priti Patel, Guru Darshana Jhaveri, Guru Thambal Singh
Facts to remember:
 Odissi:
 Origin: Odisha
 Exponents: Kelucharan Mohapatra, Sanjukta Panigrahi, Sonal Mansingh, Madhavi Mudgal, Priyambada Mohanty Hejmadi.
 Sattriya:
 Origin: Assam
 Exponents: Jatin Goswami, Bhabananda Barbayan, Anita Sharma, Anwesa Mahanta, Animesh Chandra
 Chhau:
 Origin: West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha
 Exponents: Anup Kumar Bhoumik, Shashadhar Acharya, Sadashiv Pradhan, Janmejoy Saibabu, Arjun Misra