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What are the two main parts in Manipuri dance that correspond to the Lasya and Tandava elements?

  1. A
    Veera and Toda
  2. B
    Varnam and Paran
  3. C
    Jagoi and Cholom
  4. D
    Bhangi and Stri

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Manipuri dance is one of the major Indian classical dance forms. It fundamentally comprises two main components mirroring the dual aspects of Indian classical dance styles:
1. Jagoi: Represents the Lasya element, characterized by gentle, fluid, and graceful movements primarily seen in Raslila.
2. Cholom: Represents the Tandava element, characterized by energetic, vigorous, drum-based, and martial movements (e.g., Pung Cholom).

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What are the two main parts in Manipuri dance that correspond to the Lasya and Tandava elements?
A
Veera and Toda
B
Varnam and Paran
C
Jagoi and Cholom
D
Bhangi and Stri

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