Folk Dances of India

This book, enriched with beautiful photographs, presents a panoramic view of folk dances of India, including Rouf, Kud, Kinnauri Nati, Thoda, Ghoomar, Dhamal, Bhangra, Giddha, Sammi, Chholiya, Charkula, Raas Leela, Wancho, Zeliang, Bihu, Lai-Haraoba, Dhol Cholam, Cheraw, Nongkrem, Singhi Chham, Hojagiri, Chhau, Jat-Jatin, Bidesia, Paika, Bhavai, Teratali, Garba, Dandiya, Goff, Lavani, Koli, Santhal, Matki, Muria, Panthi, Dholu Kunnita, Kolkali, Kargam, Kavadi, Kummi, Devaraattam, Kolattam, Lambadi, Nicobarese and Parichakali.

Tracing the origin of these folk dances, it describes in detail the region where they are practiced, the myths associated with them, the occasions when they are practiced, their dance techniques and gestures, and the traditional attires.