Previous Year Question

Charkula is a well-known folk dance of Uttar Pradesh. It is particularly associated with the Braj region, especially the Mathura-Vrindavan area. In this dance, women perform while balancing a decorated Charkula carrying lamps or pots on their heads.

Dadra is associated with the folk-musical tradition of Uttar Pradesh. It developed significantly within the musical traditions of northern India, particularly Uttar Pradesh. The term Dadra is also used in the context of both a tala and a style of singing.

Karma is also an important tribal folk dance practised in Uttar Pradesh. It is particularly associated with the tribal areas of Sonbhadra and Mirzapur. The dance is linked with community celebrations and agricultural life.

Muria is not a folk dance of Uttar Pradesh. Muria is mainly associated with the tribal traditions of Bastar in Chhattisgarh. The Muria community performs various traditional dances on social and religious occasions.