Which one of the following pairs of folkdance forms and States is not correctly matched?

UPSC CSE Pre. 1999

A. Korku - Maharashtra
B. Jhumar - Haryana
C. Thali - Himachal Pradesh
D. Mukna - Manipur

Answer: Thali - Himachal Pradesh

Option c is the correct answer. Thali is a folk-dance form of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. It is performed by women during the Onam festival and other auspicious occasions. The dance is named after the circular metal plate (thali) that the dancers wear around their necks. The dance is a symbol of marital bliss and prosperity. Therefore, Thali - Hilmachal Pradesh pair is incorrectly matched. Important Tips Folk Dances of India: Korku is a tribal dance form of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. It is performed by the Korku tribe, who are one of the oldest tribes of India. The dance is accompanied by songs that narrate their history, culture, and traditions. Jhumar is a folk-dance form of Punjab and Haryana. It is performed by both men and women during the harvest season and other festive occasions. The dance is characterized by graceful movements of the arms and legs, and rhythmic clapping of the hands. Mukna is a folk-dance form of Manipur. It is also a form of wrestling that originated from the martial arts of Manipur. The dance is performed by men who wear colourful costumes and turbans. The dance depicts the skills and techniques of wrestling in a rhythmic manner.

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