The classical music of India is divided mainly between Carnatic tradition of South India and Hindustani tradition of North India. Apart from classical music there are folk music in India like the Baul music of India, Rajasthani folk music and more. The filmi music in India today is a large industry.
Indian dance is a rich domain with classical and folk dance forms speaking of the rich culture of the places of their emanation. There are eight dance forms, which are accorded the status of classical dance by the National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama. The eight dance forms are Mohiniattyam of Kerala, Kathakali of Kerala, Bharatnatyam of Tamil Nadu, Sattriya of Assam, Odissi of Orissa, Manipuri of Manipur and Kuchipudi of Andhra Pradesh.
Architecture and sculpture in India is a rich domain. From the erotic carvings of Khajuraho to the magnificient architecture of the Mughals, Indian architecture still today evokes wonder. The Rajasthani architecture is exquisite and grand examples of the architectural prowess of the Rajputs. The Taj Mahal, in India is an architecture, which still today inspires awe among the onlookers with its majestic look and feel. The vernacular architecture in India is also varied and rich.
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