This book provides deep insight into the folk dances of India. State-wise categorizing the folk dances of India, it describes the important aspects of various folk dances, including Gobbi, Burra Katha, Dhamal, Mathuri, Dandaria, Bathakamm, Bhamakalpam, Wancho, Khampti, Buiya, Ponung, Bihu, Bagurumba, Bidesia, Jat-Jatin, Jumari, Kajari, Paika, Saila, Dashavatara, Garba, Dandia, Bhavai, Saang, Chhathi, Dhamal, Ghoomar, Jhumar, Namagen, Karayila, Kud, Chhou, Yakshgana, Dollu Kunitha, Kaikotti Kali, Kuthiyottam, Maanch, Gaur Maria, Koli, Dindi, Tamasha, Pung Cholom, Khamba Thaibi, Maibi, Chailam, Cheraw, Khuallam, Zeliang, Charkula, and Nautanki. The occasions, costumes and the instruments associated with these dances have also been describes.