Q. Which is the most popular folk song of Uttar Pradesh? [JuniorEngineerTechnician AdmissionTest2015]
Answer: Birha
Notes: Birha is the most popular folk song of Uttar Pradesh, especially in Purvanchal. It features narrative singing, mainly by Ahir/Yadav communities, and addresses themes like separation and heroism. Dhamar is associated with Holi, Tappa is from Punjab, and Qawwali is Sufi devotional music.
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