Cultural Activities (Traditional General Knowledge)

The 'Waghya Murali' dance is associated with Lord Khandoba and originated in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is a traditional dance form performed by the shepherds and is an integral part of the worship of Lord Khandoba, who is considered as the patron deity of the Deccan plateau.

Shad Suk Mynsiem is the most important festival of the Khasi clans of Meghalaya. This festival is celebrated every year in April for thanksgiving Mother of Nature for a good harvest. This is an extraordinary celebration of moves, also known as the " move of cheerful hearts".

Cheraw dance is a traditional dance form of Mizoram. It is also known as the 'Bambu dance. Similar dances are found in the Far East and the Philippines. It is known as Tinikling in the Philippines.

Cheraw dance is a traditional dance form of Mizoram. It is also known as the 'Bambu dance. Similar dances are found in the Far East and the Philippines. It is known as Tinikling in the Philippines.

Munda is a folk dance of Jharkhand. Munda tribe performs this dance during harvest season and festival accompanied by musical instruments Madal, Nagara and Bansi.

'Jadopatiya' is a form of painting popular in the state of Jharkhand. The word 'Jadopatia' means 'Magic Painters. The paintings are created by Bengali painters known as "Chitrakars,' which means 'picture-makers." Jadopatia paintings are traditionally done in scroll style, with a series of drawings that tell a tale. The paintings tell fascinating stories about the origins of life, life after death, Hindu history and myths, as well as tribal life, rituals, and festivals.

Karma dance is one of the important and oldest folk dances performed in the Madhya Pradesh state of India. Karma dance is mainly related to the fertility cult. It is a famous autumnal festival that starts on 11th day of the bright fortnight of the month of Bhadra. It is performed in the tribal-dominated areas of Madhya Pradesh.

The Karma dance is performed during the festival of Karma Puja, which is celebrated in autumn.

Jawara dance, a dance form of celebrating wealth, originated in Madhya Pradesh.

Phool Dei is celebrated in Uttarakhand, India on the day of Basant Panchami, which falls in the month of January or February. It is a festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and is also known as the festival of flowers. On this day, people offer flowers to their gods and goddesses and decorate their homes and temples with colorful flowers. The festival is also marked by the singing of devotional songs and the playing of traditional musical instruments. It is a time of joy and celebration and is an important part of the cultural and religious traditions of the region.