Lavani Folk Art

Recently, a younger generation of women dancers is accused of vulgarising Lavani, the traditional folk art form with their allegedly risque dressing and sexually suggestive moves.

About Lavani

  • It is a genre of music popular in Maharashtra, India.
  • Lavani dance was generally performed by Dhangars or Shepherd living in the Solapur, Maharashtra.
  • Essentially, it is performed by females wearing a nauvari saree (nine-yard long saree).

Origin

  • The origin of Lavani can be traced back to the 1560s but it came into popularity in the Peshwa rule.
  • Traditionally this genre of folk dance deals with subjects like society, religion and politics.
  • Originally ....
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