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GK QUESTION#159

The traditional dance form ‘Ahirai’ is mainly linked with which Indian state?

  1. AMaharashtra
  2. BMadhya PradeshCorrect answer
  3. COdisha
  4. DBihar
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B. Madhya Pradesh

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Madhya Pradesh. The Ahirai dance is a traditional folk dance performed by the Bharia tribe, primarily residing in the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh. Maharashtra is famous for the Lavani and Koli dances. Odisha is known for the classical Odissi and folk dance Chhau. Bihar is known for Jat-Jatin and Bideshiya folk dances.

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