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Fire dance is a unique dance famous in the desert region of Rajasthan. This is a very difficult dance to perform and is carried out by the Banjara community and is the outstanding example of the lifestyle of the Banjara community. This dance is performed on a large ground, spread with live wood and charcoal. The dance involves breathtaking fire stunts wherein the dancers perform by holding fire rods in their hands and filling up their mouths with kerosene. The fire rods are also moved on their heads and legs by the dancers. The dancers perform their actions as if they are blessed with a divine protection.