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description of Chhau dance
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Answer 1

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Chhau dance is a tradition from eastern India that enacts episodes from epics including the Mahabharata and Ramayana, local folklore and abstract themes. Its three distinct styles hail from the regions of Seraikella, Purulia and Mayurbhanj, the first two using masks.

Answer 2

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Chhau dance, also spelled as Chau or Chhaau, is a semi classical Indian dance originated in the Purulia district of West Bengal with martial, tribal and folk traditions, with origins in eastern India. ... The costumes vary between the styles, with Purulia and Serakeilla using masks to identify the character.