In 2023, 'Garba' was declared as an in tangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. Which of the following states is Garba from?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Gujarat

Explanation:-

Garba is a traditional Indian folk dance that originated in Gujarat and is performed during the Hindu festival of Navratri:

• What it is -A devotional dance that celebrates womanhood, fertility, and mother goddesses.
• How it's performed- Dancers move in a counterclockwise circle around a lit earthenware pot or an image of the mother goddess Amba, singing and clapping in unison.
• When it's performed- During the nine-night Navratri festival, which takes place annually in the Hindu month of Ashvina (September–October).
• Who performs it- Women are the typical performers, but men may participate on some occasions.
• What the clothing is like- Traditional clothing includes brightly colored chaniya, choli, or ghagra choli, a dupatta, and heavy jewelry. Men typically wear an ethnic kedia, pajama, or dhoti.
• What the songs are about- Garba songs are typically about the nine goddesses.
• Where it originated from- It's believed to have originated around 1910.
• What it symbolizes- In Gujarat, garba dances traditionally mark a girl's first menstrual cycle and her imminent marriage.