Kathak is found in three distinct forms, called ‘gharanas’, named after the cities where the Kathak dance tradition evolved. Name those three cities.

The correct answer is Jaipur, Benaras, Lucknow.

Key Points

• Kathak is divided into three separate styles known as "gharanas," which are named after the places where the Kathak dance heritage evolved: Jaipur, Banaras, and Lucknow.
• The Jaipur Gharana is mainly concerned with foot motions.
• Banaras and Lucknow gharanas provide a greater emphasis on facial expressions and beautiful hand gestures.
• The Vedic Sanskrit word "Katha," which means "tale," is where the term "kathak" initially originates.
• The stories told in Kathak performances are usually about the Hindu god Krishna (or, in certain circumstances, Shiva or Devi).
• The stories are based on the Bhagavata Purana or the Indian Epics.​

Additional Information

• The Indian States and Folk Dances
  • Andhra Pradesh- Kuchipudi, Bhamakalpam, Lambadi, Dhimsa, Kolattam, Butta Bommalu.
  • Assam- Bihu, Bichhua, Natpuja, Maharas, Kaligopal, Bagurumba, Naga dance, Khel Gopal, Tabal Chongli, Canoe, Jhumura Hobjanai
  • Bihar- Jata-Jatin, Bakho-Bakhain, Panwariya, Sama Chakwa, Bidesia.
  • Gujarat- Garba, Dandiya Ras, Tippani Juriun, Bhavai.
  • Haryana- Jhumar, Phag, Daph, Dhamal, Loor, Gugga, Khor, Gagor.
  • Himachal Pradesh- Jhora, Jhali, Chharhi, Dhaman, Chhapeli, Mahasu, Nati, Dangi.
  • Jammu and Kashmir- Rauf, Hikat, Mandjas, Kud Dandi Nach, Damali.
  • Karnataka- Yakshagan, Huttari, Suggi, Kunitha, Karga, Lambi.
  • Kerala- Kathakali (Classical), Ottamthullal, Mohiniattam, Kaikottikali.
  • Maharashtra- Lavani, Nakata, Koli, Lezim, Gafa, Dahikala Dasavtar or Bohada.
  • Odisha- Odissi (Classical), Savari, Ghumara, Painka, Munari, Chhau.
  • West Bengal- Kathi, Gambhira, Dhali, Jatra, Baul, Marasia, Mahal, Keertan.
  • Punjab- Bhangra, Giddha, Daff, Dhaman, Bhand, Naqual.
  • Rajasthan- Ghumar, Chakri, Ganagor, Jhulan Leela, Jhuma, Suisini, Ghapal, Kalbeliya.
  • Tamil Nadu- Bharatanatyam, Kumi, Kolattam, Kavadi.
  • Uttar Pradesh- Nautanki, Raslila, Kajri, Jhora, Chappeli, Jaita.
  • Uttarakhand- Garhwali, Kumayuni, Kajari, Jhora, Raslila, Chappeli.
  • Goa- Tarangamel, Koli, Dekhni, Fugdi, Shigmo, Ghode, Modni, Samayi nrutya, Jagar, Ranmale, Gonph, Tonnya mell.
  • Madhya Pradesh- Jawara, Matki, Aada, Khada Nach, Phulpati, Grida Dance, Selalarki, Selabhadoni, Maanch.
  • Chhattisgarh- Gaur Maria, Panthi, Raut Nacha, Pandwani, Vedamati, Kapalik, Bharthari Charit, Chandaini.
  • Jharkhand- Alkap, Karma Munda, Agni, Jhumar, Janani Jhumar, Mardana Jhumar, Paika, Phagua,Hunta Dance, Mundari Dance, Sarhul, Barao, Jhitka, Danga, Domkach, Ghora Naach.
  • Arunachal- Pradesh Buiya, Chalo, Wancho, Pasi Kongki, Ponung, Popir, Bardo Chham.
  • Manipur- Dol Cholam, Thang Ta, Lai Haraoba, Pung Cholom, Khamba Thaibi, Nupa Dance, Raslila, Khubak Ishei, Lhou Sha.
  • Meghalaya- Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem, Nongkrem, Laho.
  • Mizoram- Cheraw Dance, Khuallam, Chailam, Sawlakin, Chawnglaizawn, Zangtalam, Par Lam, Sarlamkai/Solakia, Tlanglam, Bamboo Dance.
  • Nagaland- Rangma, Zeliang, Nsuirolians, Gethinglim, Temangnetin, Hetaleulee.
  • Tripura- Hojagiri.
  • Sikkim- Chu Faat Dance, Sikmari, Singhi Chaam or the Snow Lion Dance, Yak Chaam, Denzong Gnenha, Tashi Yangku Dance, Khukuri Naach, Chutkey Naach, Maruni Dance.