Which of the following dance forms is one of the folk dances of the Chhota Nagpur Plateau region?

Correct option is B

Chhau is a semi-classical tribal dance that originates from the Chhota Nagpur Plateau region, including parts of Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It incorporates elements of martial arts, storytelling, and folk traditions.

Information Booster:

1. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
2. Prominent forms: Seraikella (Jharkhand), Mayurbhanj (Odisha), and Purulia (West Bengal).
3. Themes include mythological stories and social messages.
4. Often performed during regional festivals like Chaitra Parva.

Additional Knowledge:

• Kalbelia: A folk dance from Rajasthan, performed by the Kalbelia community.
• Lavani: A traditional dance form of Maharashtra.
• Hai-Hak: Associated with tribal communities but not specific to Chhota Nagpur.