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The principal folk-dance of Uttar Pradesh is

A. Dhobia

B. Rai

C. Shaira

D. All the above

Answer: Option D

Solution (By Examveda Team)

All the three forms of dance are folk dance of Uttar Pradesh. 'Dhobia raag' dance is performed by Dhobi caste. 'Rai' dance is performed by women in Bundelkhand on the occasion of Krishna Janmastami and also known as Mayur dance. 'Shaira' dance is performed by farmers of Bundelkhand after reaping the harvest.

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