Consider the following pairs: 1. Garba : Gujarat 2. Mohiniattam : Odisha 3. Yakshagana : Karnataka Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Let's analyze each pair of dance forms and their associated states: 1. **Garba : Gujarat** This statement is correctly matched. Garba is a popular folk dance of Gujarat, performed during festivals like Navratri. It is characterized by circular movements and clapping hands. 2. **Mohiniattam : Odisha** This statement is incorrectly matched. Mohiniattam is one of the eight classical dance forms of India, originating from **Kerala**. It is a graceful solo dance performed by women, characterized by subtle movements and delicate expressions. Odissi is the classical dance form from Odisha. 3. **Yakshagana : Karnataka** This statement is correctly matched. Yakshagana is a traditional folk theatre form from Karnataka, combining dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques. It is primarily performed in the coastal districts of Karnataka. Therefore, pairs 1 and 3 are correctly matched.