Question
Write a short note on 'Bhavai'.

Answer

Bhavai is an ancient drama from Gujarat.
  • It was started seven hundred years ago by Asait Thakar during the Solanki Dynasty.
  • It provides both entertainment and education at an economical rate.
  • The main characters are called Rangla-Rangli.
  • This type of drama does not have curtains for the stage.
  • They are performing without curtains, have light humour and music.
  • The characters are disguised in forms like Ramdev, Jhanda Jhulan, Kajoda
  • The drama begins by playing the trumpet and praying to the Goddess and reciting a hymn.
  • The theme of the Bhavai is mostly fighting against social vices and promoting efforts like girls' education and save the girl-child.

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