Question

Which of the following folk theatre forms are historically influenced by Swang?

• A. Yakshagana and Koodiyattam
• B. Bhavai and Bhand Pather
• C. Rasleela and Kathakali
• D. Nautanki and Tamasha

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Nautanki and Tamasha

Swang Swang is a folk dance-theatre tradition found in Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and the Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh. It is regarded as one of the oldest folk theatre forms in India. The two main styles of Swang are Rohtak and Haathras. Nautanki and Tamasha both trace their origins to this folk dance theatre.