Match the following:

(I) Meghalaya    (i) Hojagiri

(II) Mizoram      (ii) Wangala Dance

(III) Manipur     (iii) Bamboo Dance

(IV) Tripura     (iv) Thang ta

The correct answer is Option 1

Key Points

• (I) Meghalaya: The Wangala Dance is a traditional dance performed by the Garo tribe of Meghalaya during the Wangala Festival, which is a harvest festival dedicated to the Sun God.
• (II) Mizoram: Bamboo Dance, locally known as Cheraw Dance, is one of the most popular traditional dances of Mizoram. It involves performers rhythmically stepping between bamboo poles as they are clapped together.
• (III) Manipur: Thang Ta is a martial art dance of Manipur that incorporates sword fighting and other martial techniques into its performance.
• (IV) Tripura: Hojagiri is a folk dance performed by the Reang community of Tripura, showcasing balancing skills and intricate movements.

Important Points

• The correct matching pairs are:
  • (I) Meghalaya – Wangala Dance
  • (II) Mizoram – Bamboo Dance
  • (III) Manipur – Thang Ta
  • (IV) Tripura – Hojagiri
• This classification is based on the cultural and traditional dances of each northeastern state of India.

Additional Information

• Wangala Dance: Celebrated during the Wangala Festival in Meghalaya, this dance is performed to mark the end of the harvest season. It involves rhythmic drumming and dancing by the Garo tribe.
• Bamboo Dance (Cheraw Dance): This dance is performed in Mizoram, where bamboo sticks are placed horizontally and vertically, and dancers step between them in a synchronized manner. It is a symbol of unity and coordination.
• Thang Ta: This martial art dance from Manipur incorporates fighting techniques, swordplay, and physical exercises. It is both a form of self-defense and a cultural performance.
• Hojagiri: This dance from Tripura is performed by the Reang community, where women showcase their balancing skills by dancing on earthen pitchers and holding lamps or other items. It is part of the Hojagiri Festival.