Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Manipur
Jagoi and Thabal Chongba are famous dances from the Indian state of Manipur. Here's a detailed look at these dances:
1. Jagoi: This term broadly refers to the classical dance form of Manipur, often synonymous with Manipuri dance, a major Indian classical dance form. Jagoi is renowned for its grace, expressiveness, and themes based on Vaishnavism, particularly revolving around the love stories of Radha and Krishna. The dance is characterized by its fluid movements and exquisite costumes, including the distinctive skirt-like dress known as "Potloi".
2. Thabal Chongba: This is a popular folk dance of Manipur, traditionally performed during the festival of Holi. "Thabal" means "moonlight" and "Chongba" means "dance," hence it is a dance performed under moonlight. The dance involves boys and girls holding hands and dancing in a circle to the rhythm of the music, which traditionally includes folk songs played on indigenous instruments. In recent times, modern music and drums are also used.