Question 3764
Bon-geet (forest/nature song), is primarily a form of folk song of _________.
Answer
Assam
Why?
The correct answer is Assam. Key Points Bon-Geet a form of folk song of Assam. Bongeets are a category of Assamese folk music, very closely resembling the ' Bihugeets '. Bongeet songs are quite favorable in the Assamese society since ancient times and these songs are mostly romantic songs, are sung by the local youngsters of Assam . The central idea of Bongeet is to convey the natural grandeur of nature, which includes songs describing the hues of dense forests, birds , flowers , and animals. Certain songs of Bongeet express the subtle emotions of tragedy, anxiety, love, and hatred and are devoid of religious influences. Additional Information Indian folk music is diverse because of India's vast cultural diversity. The folk song of Manipur i s Thoubal chongba. Jhoori is a popular form of traditional music in Himachal Pradesh.
