Consider the following statements regarding the Chakiarkoothu form of dance: I. It is performed by Chakiar caste. II. It cannot be traditionally witnessed by the higher caste Hindus. III. Mizhavu is the accompanying instrument. IV. Its theatre form is called koothambalam. Which of these statements are correct?

Statement I is correct: Chakiarkoothu is traditionally performed by male members of the Chakiar caste in Kerala. Statement II is incorrect: Chakiarkoothu is a temple art form traditionally performed in Koothambalams within temple premises and was historically patronized and witnessed by caste Hindus, particularly Nambudiris. Statement III is correct: The Mizhavu, a large copper drum, is the primary accompanying percussion instrument for Chakiarkoothu. Statement IV is correct: The traditional theatre or performance space for Koothu forms like Chakiarkoothu within Kerala temples is called a Koothambalam.