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Mohiniyattam, also spelled Mohiniattam, is a traditional South Indian dance from Kerala that achieved its refined form during Maharaja Swathi Thirunal`s rule in the 16th century. It is one of the eight Indian classical dance forms. It is considered a very graceful dance meant to be performed as a solo recital by women. The term Mohiniyattam comes from the words "Mohini" meaning a woman who enchants onlookers and "aattam" meaning graceful and sensuous body movements. The word "Mohiniyattam" literally means "dance of the enchantress". The dance involves the swaying of broad hips and the gentle movements of erect posture from side to side. There are approximately 40 different basic movements, known as 'atavukal' in Mohiniyattam.

Yes Mohiniyattam is a famous dance.

Thank you, @Poonam.

Yakshagana also a unique style of Karnataka.

Lavani Bharud and Gana are the forms of Maharashtra.

Yes, right @Sunil.

How can you forget Yakshagana?

Mohiniyattam, also spelled Mohiniattam is one of two classical dances of India that developed and remain popular in the state of Kerala. Mohiniyattam dance gets its name from the word Mohini" a mythical enchantress avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu, who helps the good prevail over evil by deploying her feminine powers.

Please give detail about name of classical dance in India?