Question

Which of the following pairs of Naga tribes and their corresponding folk dances is correctly matched?

• A. Chang tribe – Melo Phita dance
• B. Sangtam tribe – Khupielili dance
• C. Angami tribe – Changsang dance
• D. Zeliang tribe – Butterfly Dance

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Zeliang tribe – Butterfly Dance

Folk Dances of Nagaland Music and dance hold a significant place in Naga culture, with no event considered complete without a folk dance performance. Nagaland is home to various tribes, each with its own unique traditions, dance forms, and languages. The Chang tribe performs the Changsang dance during the Naknyulum festival to honor the birthplace of mankind and the earth. The Angami Nagas celebrate the Sekrenyi festival with the Melo Phita dance, dressed in full traditional attire. The Rukhyo-Sharu dance is performed by the Lotha tribe, while the Akok-Khi dance is associated with the Sangtam tribe. For the Pochury tribe, the Khupielili dance is an essential part of the Nazu festival. The Zeliang tribe is known for the Butterfly Dance, the Kuki (or Bamboo) dance is performed by the Nagas, and the Rengma tribe presents the Rengma dance as part of their cultural expression.