Movement and Grace: The Language of Dance · Performance Arts

Classical vs. Folk Traditions

Comparing the structured discipline of classical forms like Kathak with the communal energy of folk dances.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the purpose of a dance change when it moves from a temple to a community festival?
  2. 2What elements of daily life are reflected in the movements of folk dances?
  3. 3Why is preservation of traditional dance forms important in a modern world?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Indian Dance - Classical and Folk Traditions - Class 9
Class: Class 9
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Movement and Grace: The Language of Dance
Period: Performance Arts

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