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Haveli Sangeet is a unique form of classical music rooted in ancient temple traditions in India.

About Haveli Sangeet:

	Details
Origin	Linked to the Pushti Margiya temples of the Vaishnava Tradition; rooted in ancient temple music traditions.
Historical Background	Revived during the Bhakti movement; declined during the medieval period due to socio-political changes.
Founder	*Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya, 16th century, founder of* Pushti Marg and proponent of devotional worship (Bhakti).
Key Elements	Involves *Raga* (melody), *Bhog* (offering), and *Shringar* (adornment) as part of sewa (service) in temples.
Musical Styles	Includes Prabandh, Dhrupad, Dhamar, Khyal, Kirtana, and Bhajan; not limited to Dhrupad style alone.
Languages Used	Songs are performed in Brij Bhasha, Sanskrit, Punjabi, and Marwari.
Significant Figures	Vallabhacharya, Shri Vitthalnathji (Shri Gusaiji), Astachaps poets (e.g., Kumbhandas, Surdas), Pandit Jasraj.
Role in Vaishnavism	Serves as a vehicle for Kirtan Bhakti, focusing on collective singing and emotional devotion to Lord Krishna.

[2014] A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their:

(a) Martial arts in North-East India

(b) Musical tradition in North-West India

(d) Pietra dura tradition in Central India