_______ is one of the important classical dances of Uttar Pradesh (India).
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Kathak
Kathak is the classical dance of Uttar Pradesh. Its name comes from katha (story): it grew from the story-tellers of north Indian temples and was later shaped in the Mughal courts. It is known for its fast footwork and spins, and its main schools are the Lucknow and Banaras gharanas of Uttar Pradesh and the Jaipur gharana.