Bhangara
 The most popular instinctive dance of men in Punjab, Bhangra , if not the most robust, is one of India's popular folk dances. This dance is performed during the Baisakhi festival to the accompaniments and songs of Dholak. They recite witty couplets known as bolis and out of sheer exuberance mouth meaningless sounds such as hoay, hoay.
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Gidda
Gentler than the Bhangra, the Gidda is danced by women and young girls on family and festive occasions. The girls and women form a circle, with one of their number in the center. The tradition of Boliyan (light-hearted satirical verse) is observed here as well, and is as much a part of the dance as are the colorful regional dresses.
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 Dances of Manipur
Manipuri Dance
Manipuri. Performed still in temples and religious occasions, inextricably woven into the lives of the people of Manipur, Manipuri Dance this dance form is a very much living tradition. A genuine Manipuri dance performance offers a glimpse of a rare and ancient civilization still extant. This style is multifaceted, ranging from the softest feminine to the obviously vigorous masculine.
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Dances of Maharashtra
Tamasha / Lavani Dance
Lavani is a musical discussion. It has something in common with the bow-song. It is performed in the months of April-May to herald the coming of spring chiefly in Thanjavur district, the culturally important areas in Tiruchirappalli district and in Madurai district.
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Dindi Dance
In the state of Maharashtra, religious devotional dances are called Dindi. The musicians for this dance comprise a "Mridangam" player and vocalist who give the dancers the necessary musical background. This dance is usally performed on the Ekadashi day in the month of Kartik.
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Dances of Assam
Bihu Dance
Bihu is the most popular folk dance of Assam. The people of Assam are very proud of it and rightly so. Except Bhangra no other folk dance in India can compete with the rhythmic exuberance of Bihu.
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