SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Lai Haraoba is the earliest form of dance in Manipur, and it forms the basis of all such dances. Lai Haraoba is a festival still observed in the state. It has its roots in Manipur’s pre-Vaishnavite era. Lai Haraoba’s literal meaning – the merrymaking of the gods.

Detailed explanation-2: -Manipuri dance is committed to the worship of Radha Krishna and mainly follows the Hindu Shastras of Vaishnavism. The dance form is full of the devotional themes of Madhura Raas of Radha-Krishna and consists of gradual eye movement and peaceful body movements.

Detailed explanation-3: -Manipuri dance is counted among major classical dance forms of India, especially noted for themes based on Vaishnavism and spectacular execution of ‘Ras Lila’, dance dramas based on love between Radha and Krishna.

Detailed explanation-4: -The costumes in Manipuri dance is very colorful, attractive and very richly bedecked. The female dancers wear a dress called “patloi”. The lehenga is called “Kumin” with mirrors and zari work intricately woven into beautiful designs. It is layered with a transparent silk or “Pasuan”.