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GK QUESTION#129

Which dance is performed in front of the idol of Goddess Mariamman in Tamil Nadu?

  1. AVillu Pattu
  2. BSevai Attam
  3. CKolattam
  4. DKarakattamCorrect answer
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D. Karakattam

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Karakattam. It is an ancient Tamil folk dance dedicated to Goddess Mariamman. Dancers balance a pot (Karakam) on the head during temple festivals with Naiyandi Melam music. Types: Aatta Karakam (entertainment) and Sakthi Karakam (ritual).

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