Why in the news?
The Maratha community has expressed strong objection to the 'Lezim Folk Dance' in the film 'Chhava' based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
About Lezim Folk Dance:
- Introduction: Lezim (Lezhim) or Laziam is a major folk dance of Maharashtra state.
- It is also called 'Lezium Dance'.
- Naming: Lezim is a small musical instrument with a thin metal disc attached to it which produces sound with a chime. Dancers use it while performing classical dance.
- This dance style is named after this musical instrument.
- Musical Instruments Included: Dholki, a major drum instrument, is used as the main percussion instrument in this dance.
Types of Lezim Folk Dance:
- Military Lezim
- Talathekya
- Samanyajanna
- Features: It is a dance as well as a rigorous physical exercise which is performed in a row or in a circular formation.
- It is performed during various social and religious festivals (Ganeshotsav) in Maharashtra.
- Other Folk Dances of Maharashtra: Lavani, Koli, Tamasha, Dindi, Povada, Warli, Dhangari Gaja etc.
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About Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj:
- Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj was the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He came to power in the year 1681 after a war of succession with his step brother Rajaram.
- He composed four texts named Budhabhushan, Nakhshikh, Nayikabhed and Satshatak.
- Sambhaji was a contemporary of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb (1618-1707). He was murdered by the Mughals in the year 1689.
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