'Matki' is a popular folk dance of which of the following states?

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  1. Assam
  2. Madhya Pradesh
  3. Bihar
  4. Rajasthan

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Option 2 : Madhya Pradesh
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The correct answer is Madhya Pradesh.

  • The 'Matki' dance form has been developed by nomadic tribes in Madhya Pradesh.
  • Performed using a “small pitcher” is a folk dance originating from central India known as the “Matki Dance”.
    • This “pitcher dance” belongs to the state of Madhya Pradesh, and is mainly performed in the Malwa region.

Important Points

STATE DANCES
Assam Bihu, Naga dance, Khel Gopal, Natpuja, Maharas, Canoe, Jhumura Hobjanai.
Madhya Pradesh Aada, Khada Nach, Selabhadoni, Maanch, Phulpati, Grida.
Bihar Bakho-Bakhain, Sama Chakwa, Bidesia, Jata-Jatin, Panwariya.
Rajasthan Ghumar, Chakri, Ganagor, Chang, Kalbeliya.

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