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With which of the following states is the theatre form 'Maach' traditionally associated?
1. Kerala
2. Madhya Pradesh
3. Assam
4. Karnataka

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Correct Answer - Option 2 : Madhya Pradesh

The correct answer is Madhya Pradesh.

  • Maach is a well-known folk theatre form of Madhya Pradesh and history tells us that it has been an intrinsic part of the local culture of the Malwa region.

  • its existence can be dated back to the early 18th century thus making it a 200–250-year-old art form.
  • Gopalji Guru of Bhagsipura, Ujjain, is proclaimed to be the person who introduced maach in Madhya Pradesh;
  • He eventually directed many maach plays himself.
  • Traditionally, it is performed around the Indian festival of Holi.
  • It is also believed that maach originated to entertain the local communities as there was no other mode of entertainment available at those times.

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