The discussion on Indian culture would remain incomplete if we do not discuss the various classical and fold dance forms of India. India is a land of diverse dance forms. The main Indian dances are Folk Dance and Classical Dance.

The most popular Classical dance forms are Bharatnatyam, Kathakali, Kathak, Manipuri, etc.

Folk dances are mainly performed in any occasion like birth of a child, festivals, harvesting seasons, wedding events, etc.

Folk Dances include Gaur Dance, Chhau Dance, Bihu Dance, Dumhal Dance, Padayani Dance, Dollu Kunitha Dance, Dandiya Dance and many more. These are celebrated in different occasions by the people of India.