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Indian Classical Dance Forms

India has several traditional dance forms including Bharatnatyam, kathak, and Mohiniattam. Bharatnatyam originates from Tamilnadu and is considered one of the most graceful dances. Kathak comes from northern India and is one of the eight classical Indian dances. Mohiniattam is from Kerala and involves graceful, sensuous movements meant to enchant audiences.

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Indian Classical Dance Forms

India has several traditional dance forms including Bharatnatyam, kathak, and Mohiniattam. Bharatnatyam originates from Tamilnadu and is considered one of the most graceful dances. Kathak comes from northern India and is one of the eight classical Indian dances. Mohiniattam is from Kerala and involves graceful, sensuous movements meant to enchant audiences.

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DANCE FORMS IN INDIA-

India has many dance forms such as Bharatnatyam, kathak, Mohiniattam etc. Bharatnatyam- this is a traditional dance form of Tamilnadu, it is regarded as one of the most brilliant and graceful dances. Kathak- is one of the eight forms of Indian classical dances, originated from northern areas of India. Mohiniattam- it is a traditional dance form of Kerala. The term Mohiniattam comes from the words "Mohini" meaning a woman who enchants onlookers and "aattam" meaning graceful and sensuous body movements.

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