UPSC Prelims 2017 – Question 12

Here is Question No. 12 a part of our series on UPSC Prelims 2017

Q12. With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements

1. It is a song and dance performance
2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
3. 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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