Jagoi and cholom are the two main divisions in which Classical dance? 

The correct answer is Manipuri.

Key Points

• Manipuri is an ancient classical dance form that originated in the northeastern state of Manipur in India.
• Jagoi and cholom are the two main divisions in Manipur’s dance, the one gentle and the other vigorous, corresponding to the lasya and tandava elements described in Sanskrit literature.
• There are essentially two divisions in the classical Manipuri dance:
  • Jagoi
    • Predominant in Ras Leela, this part represents the Lasya element described in Bharata’s Natya Shastra. Here, the legs are generally bent and the knees are kept together. The foot movements are not as loud and pronounced as in the other classical dances of India.
  • Cholom
    • ​This represents the Tandava form of classical dance

Additional Information

• The important dance forms of Manipur include
  • Lai Haraoba
    • ​Lai Haraoba means the Festival of Gods. The traditional Lai Haraoba Dance, which enacts the 'Creation of the Universe', was initially a part of the Lai Haraoba festival. 
  • Kabui Dance
    • ​The Kabuis, inhabiting the western hill ranges of Manipur, has a rich tradition of dance and music and are well known for their exquisite costumes. During the Gang-Ngai festival, the Kabuis perform a series of dances in different stylized forms, accompanied by the sound of heavy drums and high-pitched songs. 
  • Thang-Ta
    • ​The art of Thang-Ta represents an ancient and remarkable tradition of Manipur. It exhibits the extraordinary technique of combat using the Thang (sword) and the Ta (spear). Thang-Ta symbolizes the traditional martial art techniques of the Manipuris.