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n the era of electronic music, we are very much enthusiastic about how we can make new type of music. The youth have now shifted it''''''''s taste towards the new kinds of music. But there are several genres of music which is still prevalent in every part of world. Folk music is one of them. Originated from the Greek word "volk" ane is referred to as the traditional music of the people. It is the music that cannot be erased from the people''''''''s mind due to the transmission of folk music from generation to generation. India, where the rich diversity of culture and religion exists, has many types of folk music. Some of the most prevalent ones include: 1. Lavani: This traditional folk song of Maharashtra is a dance music which is played to the beats of dholki. There are many classical elements as well which makes it more interesting. 2. Bihugeet: This folk song originates in Assam and is said to be one of the most groovy folk songs. It is sung mostly in the spring festival. It is said to get you moving, before you even realize it. 3. Naatupura Paatu: Though the dolk song from Tamil Nadu is slowly disappearing due to the important given to the Carnatic music, Naatupura Paatu is still considered a very important folk music of that region. They are generally played along thw beats of the drums and shehnai. 4. Baul: Baul is the folk song of West Bengal which has mostly philosophical and spiritual lyrics. This kind of folk song is know for the spontaneity of their music. Bauls uses instruments such as Dotara, Khamak and Ektara and is inspired by Sufi and Hinduism. 5. Punjabi Folk Songs: Everyone is well aware of Bhangra, but Punjab has a lot more rich songs which are included in their tradition. Punjab has many folk songs which are apt for every occasion. It is a great combination of melody and beats. 6. Maand: Maand being the folk song of Rajasthan, is closely similar to the ghazal and thumri. This is a very sophisticated type of folk song, which was generally sung at the courts of kings. With the use of scales of Sarangee, it has the essence of spirituality and the lyrics are deeply associated with the lives of Rajasthani people. 7. Kajari: This folk song is one of the melancholic folk songs that is sung in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. This song originated in Mirzapur and the tale has in that a woman named Kajal used to weep for her husband who was gone to a far land, eventually forming this folk song. 8. Zeliang: This ancient type of folk song of Nagaland has a very primitive kind of music to it. It is a tribal music which is generally accompanied by group dances and dialogues. It has romance elements as well as the harvest season songs. Folk music in India is as diverse as the people living in it. There are countless of folk songs that you can listen and dance to. The beats of Indian folk music will get you to your feet in no time.