Is Kathak a folk dance or not?
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Tanvi Nagpal
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Kathak is a Indian classical dance form. Not a folk dance Classical dances are performed by Proffessional or highly trained dancers whereas folk dances are not performed by Proffessional dancers.
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It's a proper classical dance have some rudiments , learn from beginning every step and mudra has its name you can earn degree aswell
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