Which one of the following dances is not performed only by men?

Correct option is C

Ans. (c)
Explanation
The Loor dance is not exclusively performed by men, unlike Ger, Dhol, and Agni, which are traditional Rajasthani dances mainly performed by men. Loor dance originates from Haryana and is primarily performed by women during the Holi festival, signifying the arrival of spring and the sowing of Rabi crops.
Key Points About Loor Dance
· Origin: Haryana, not Rajasthan.
· Meaning: Loor refers to girls in the Bangar region of Haryana.
· Performed During: Holi festival (February/March).
· Performed By: Women, making it different from male-dominated Rajasthani dances.
· Significance: Celebrates spring and Rabi crop sowing.
Additional Knowledge
(a) Ger – A male-dominated folk dance of Rajasthan, performed during Holi, often in groups.
(b) Dhol – Performed only by men with heavy drumbeats, common in Rajasthani festivals.
(c) Loor – Correct answer. A Haryanvi folk dance, performed by women during Holi.
(d) Agni – A male-dominated Rajasthani dance, involving fire rituals.