Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following dance forms depicts the anguish of women whose partners are gone from home?

Options:

Matki

Biraha

Alkap

Paika

Correct Answer:

Biraha

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - Biraha

Biraha is a traditional dance form that originated in the eastern region of India, particularly in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. It is a form of folk dance that typically depicts the sorrow and longing experienced by women whose partners are absent from home, often due to work or migration. The dance is characterized by emotive movements and expressions that convey the feelings of loneliness, longing, and separation. Biraha is often performed during festivals and cultural events to depict the emotional struggles faced by women in rural communities.