Yakshagana
Noun (Traditional Performance)यक्षगण
Definition
A classical dance-drama of Karnataka, blending music, dance, and storytelling, rooted in Hindu mythology and folklore.
Contextual Sentence: "In the UPSC Culture paper, Yakshagana exemplifies India’s rich heritage of classical arts, often cited in questions on traditional performances."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Yakshagana = Mythic Yaks (Deities) + Gana (Group) → Visualize divine dancers performing ancient tales.
Synonyms
Karnataka Nataka
Hindu Mythological Dance
Antonyms
Modern Theater
Secular Dance Forms