Q. Bhavai and Kalbelia as traditional dance forms, owe their genesis to which Indian state?
Answer: Rajasthan
Notes: Considered by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage, Kalbeliya is performed by the women of the namesake tribe. The dance movements are mostly serpentine, hence it is also referred as ‘Snake Charmer dance’ or ‘Sapera dance’. Bhavai is Rajasthan’s ritualistic dance, which is usually performed by women belonging to Kalbelia, Jat, Meena, Bhil or Kumhar tribal communities of the state.