Vaishnavite dance forms are popular in India for the religious and spiritual elements present in the songs as well as in performance. These dances have been established with devotional connotations which focus on the relationship between Lord Krishna and his beloved Radha. In terms of pure devotion, India has a long history of Vaishnavite rituals.History of Vaishnavite Dance Forms
The Vaishnavite movement began during the 15th and 16th centuries in the country. This movement glorified the endearing relationship of Lord Krishna and his beloved Radha to depict the relationship between individual soul and the supreme soul. This movement was initiated by various saints and consisted of the childhood escapades of Krishna and his dalliance with the 108 gopis and especially with Radha.
Theme of Vaishnavite Dance FormsVaishnavite culture had grown over the central theme of Lord Krishna. Several saints were engaged in the movement and all of them introduced a metamorphosis of worshiping Lord Krishna. They commenced the Vaishnavite dance forms that emphasise the love and devotion for Lord Krishna. This form of dance produces a state of ecstasy in which the presence of God could be realized. Thus, the dance forms are practised for a long time in India. The lyrical fervour made the dance form popular. At present the whole of country has certain sects performing the dance forms of Vaishnavite tradition.
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