Alibakshi Khayal is the prevalent folk drama of which region of Rajasthan?
2022
Alibakshi Khayal is the prevalent folk drama of which region of Rajasthan?
- A.
Kota
- B.
Chittor
- C.
Alwar
- D.
Bharatpur
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Correct answer: C
Alibakshi Khyal is a famous folk theatre (Lok Natya) tradition of the Alwar region of Rajasthan. It was popularized by Ali Baksh, after whom this style of Khyal is named. This folk drama combines music, singing, dialogue, and acting and is an important part of the cultural heritage of eastern Rajasthan.
Therefore, the correct answer is Alwar.