Study Guide · Chapter 4
2A. Other Notable Dance Forms (Semi-Classical/Regional Traditions)
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- Chhau: A vigorous, martial-art-influenced masked (in some regional variants) dance form found across three regional traditions — Purulia Chhau (West Bengal, uses masks), Seraikella Chhau (Jharkhand, uses masks), and Mayurbhanj Chhau (Odisha, no masks) — recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- Yakshagana: A traditional dance-drama form of coastal Karnataka, combining dance, music, dialogue, elaborate costume, and colourful makeup, drawing on themes from Hindu epics.
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