Here is Question No. 12 a part of our series on UPSC Prelims 2017
Q12. With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements
- It is a song and dance performance
- Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
- It is used to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna
Which of the above statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 only
The correct answer is 1 and 3 only.
Manipuri Sankirtana
- It involves ritual singing, drumming, and dancing. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
- It was also inscribed in the Representative List of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2013.
- Manipuri Sankirtana is practiced primarily by the Vaishnava community in Manipur (also in some parts of Tripura and Assam).
- Manipuri Sankirtana is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
- Cymbals are not the only musical instruments as Drums are also used in the performance. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.
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