Q. Dogri folk dance, recently seen in the news, is a famous folk dance form of which state/UT?
Answer: Jammu
Notes: Jammu's Dogri folk dancer Romalo Ram was recently honored with the Padma Shri award by the Indian government. Romalo specializes in the traditional Duggar region dance known as Dogri folk dance. Typically performed in groups, the leader sings and dances while others provide beats on Drums and Chimta in a sitting position. Dogra folk-dances, including varieties with men and women, play a significant role in worship, ceremonies, and as a celebratory pastime in Jammu. Other notable dances in the region include Dheku, Phummani, Jagarana, Ckauki, Chhajja, Kuddha, Hirana, Bhagtan, Raas, and Chandrauli.
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