Question

difference Between folk dance and classical dance.
please answer........

Answer 1

classical dance
Classical dances can only be performed by trained dancers and who have studied their form for many years. Classical dances have very particular meanings for each step, known as "Mudras". Few classical dance forms in India are Bharatnatyam of Tamil Nadu, Mohiniyattam of Kerala, Kuchipudi of Andhra Pradesh.

folk dance
Folk dancing is a simple dance form meant for group performance created for a reason like harvest of food. Classical dance forms are characterized by grace and precision of movement and by elaborate formal gestures, steps, and poses. Indian Classical Dances are for enlightenment and are based on Natya Shastra.

Answer 2

classical dance form characterized by grace and precision of movement and by elaborate formal gestures, steps, and poses. 2. A theatrical presentation of group or solo dancing to a musical accompaniment, usually with costume and scenic effects, conveying a story or theme.

A folk dance is developed by people that reflect the life of the people of a certain country or region. Not all ethnic dances are folk dances. For example, ritual dances or dances of ritual origin are not considered to be folk dances. Ritual dances are usually called "Religious dances" because of their purpose.