SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -English: Maruni is one of the oldest and most popular dances of the Nepalese in Sikkim. Though this dance is associated with the festival of Tihar (Hindi tyohar) or Diwali, it is now performed even on occasions like marriages. Tihar is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama from exile.

Detailed explanation-2: -Maharashtra: Lavani, Nakata, Koli, Lezim, Gafa, Dahikala Dasavtar or Bohada, Tamasha, Mauni, Powara, Gouricha etc. Karnataka: Yakshagan, Huttari, Suggi, Kunitha, Karga, Lambi etc. Gujarat: Garba, Dandiya Ras, Tippani Juriun, Bhavai, etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tamang Selo is a traditional Sikkimese folk dance patronised by the Tamang community of the state. A traditional musical instrument of the Tamangs, called the Damphu, accompanies the dance. The spellbinding dance, which is full of fun and vigour, depicts the colourful lifestyle of the people of Sikkim.