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Garia Dance
Domain:Performing arts
State: Tripura
Description:
Garia Dance is performed by the Tripuri youths specially during Garia Puja. The songs are accompanied by foot tapping steps, done according to rhythmic sounds of the drum. Jhum (Shifting cultivation) has been the main cultural activity of the people in the hills. It reflects in their dances and songs as the focus of these have not only been on the rituals of Garia worship but also the different stages of Jhum cultivation. The colourful traditional attires, specially of woman performers known as 'Rignai' and 'Risa' make the dance a visual delight for the viewers.
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