Which puppet dance is performed in Odisha?
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This previous-year-style question tests Indian culture: “Which puppet dance is performed in Odisha?” The correct answer is Kandhei. The correct answer is Kandhei. This question belongs to Static GK under Indian and regional dance traditions Indian culture includes classical and folk dances, theatre, puppetry, music, textiles, painting, crafts, fairs, festivals and living ritual traditions. Therefore the wording must be read carefully: ‘originated in’, ‘performed in’, ‘associated with’ and ‘officially recognised’ are not identical claims. A map of Indian states combined with a revision table of dance, craft and festival associations is especially useful. The option Kandhei best matches the cultural clue and regional association.