A kind of Indian dance, India's dance has a long history, just like religion, the dance is also produced by a variety of myths and legends, and the more the more metaphysical. However, the more credible statement is that the dance in India originated from the worship of God in ancient times. As people in order to please the gods, so there are a variety of sacrificial rituals, over time, ritual activities gradually stereotypes, in daily life is also derived from the dance. In India, no matter in the temple, or in the handicraft store, a very common idol is the god of dance. He is Shiva, the great god of Hinduism, who has a supreme position in the history of Indian dance. To this day, whenever there is a dance performance, an idol of Shiva in dance is often offered in front of the stage. This dancing idol of Shiva is not only skillfully crafted, but also has a profound meaning. The idol is in a standing position and is dancing. The upper right hand holds a drum, symbolizing the creation of various sounds; the right hand symbolizes protection and blessing; the left hand holds up the burning fire, symbolizing that it can destroy everything; the left hand hangs down diagonally, opposite to the raised left foot, symbolizing freedom; the right foot steps on the devil, symbolizing that good triumphs over evil; the left foot lifts, symbolizing the transcendental, rising; the surrounding decorations are symbolic of the natural world that nourishes mankind. Such a dance god image, not only its beautiful and moving dance, attracting people to win, its hands and feet between the profound meaning is fully embodied in the rich connotation of Indian dance. From the regional point of view, Indian dance can be divided into two categories: North Indian dance and South Indian dance. North Indian dance is mainly Ketak dance and Manipuri dance. South India's classical dance is mainly Brahmaputra and Gethakri dance.