Manipuri Sankirtana is a devotional performance art form from Manipur that involves singing, drumming (especially with the pung, a type of drum), and dancing, primarily depicting the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.
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 performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Asked in UPSC IAS 2017 · Topic: Human Development (Social Inclusion, Exclusion, and Vulnerable Populations)
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