National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in India are:
1. Kumbh Mela: The Kumbh Mela is a large-scale Hindu pilgrimage and festival that takes place at four sacred sites in India—Haridwar, Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), Nashik, and Ujjain. It involves bathing in sacred rivers to attain spiritual purification and is recognized as a significant cultural event.
2. Ramman: Ramman is a religious festival and ritual theatre held in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. It commemorates the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana and involves vibrant processions, dance-drama performances, and rituals.
3. Chhau Dance: Chhau is a traditional dance form originating from eastern India, particularly the states of Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. It involves masked performances, martial arts movements, and storytelling, often based on mythological themes.
4. Kalbelia: Kalbelia is a folk dance and musical tradition of the Kalbelia community of Rajasthan. It is characterized by energetic movements, snake-like dance patterns, and accompanying musical instruments like the pungi (a wind instrument) and dholak (a drum).
5. Yoga: Yoga, an ancient practice of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, has been recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of India. Yoga involves a combination of physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation techniques.
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