Choose the most appropriate answer. Sangeet Natak Akademi recognised Sattriya Nritya as one of the classical dance forms of India. Select the State that represents the origin of the Sattriya Nritya dance form

The correct answer is Assam. Important Points Sattriya nritya is an Indian classical dance form that has its origin in the Vaishnav bhakti movement of Assam . The dance was developed in the 15th century by the bhakti movement saint Sankardev . Additional Information The Sangeet Natak Akademi under the government of India recognizes eight classical dances. Classical Dance State Bharatnatyam Tamil Nadu Kathak Uttar Pradesh Kathakali Kerala Kuchipudi Andhra Pradesh Manipuri Manipur Mohiniyattam Kerala Odissi Odisha Sattriya Assam