Nurtured for centuries, classical dances in India have evolved in different parts of the country, in their own distinct style taking on the culture of that particular region, each acquiring its own flavour. Elaborate.

Topic: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times.

1. Nurtured for centuries, classical dances in India have evolved in different parts of the country, in their own distinct style taking on the culture of that particular region, each acquiring its own flavour. Elaborate. (250 words)

Difficulty level: Easy

Reference: Insights on India

Why the question:

The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2023 Secure timetable.

Key Demand of the question:

To write about the various features and evolution of various classical dances in India.

Directive word: 

Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the context. You must be defining key terms wherever appropriate and substantiate with relevant associated facts.

Structure of the answer:

Introduction: 

Explain that dance has always been considered ad a complete art and has had a close association with god and worship. The earliest examples of dance in India can be traced back to the dancing pictures in Bhimbetka caves and the bronze statue of a dancing girl in Mohenjodaro.

Body:

First, enumerate the list of 8 classical dances on India and the major region they are practised.

Next, mention the evolution of classical dances over the years and how each classical dance show cultural aspects of that regions and are distinct from one another. Substantiate with examples.

Conclusion:

Conclude by summarising.