With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:
1. It is a song and dance performanc

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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?

Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is correct: Manipuri Sankirtana is a devotional art form from Manipur that involves a vibrant combination of singing (kirtana) and dancing, typically performed in a temple or performance space. It is characterized by its unique rhythmic patterns and graceful movements.

Statement 2 is incorrect: While cymbals (like 'kartal' or 'manjira') are indeed important musical instruments in Sankirtana, they are not the only ones. The 'Pung' (a Manipuri drum, also known as Mridanga) is another central and indispensable musical instrument in a Sankirtana performance, providing the rhythmic base.

Statement 3 is correct: The themes of Manipuri Sankirtana primarily revolve around the life, deeds, and divine plays (leelas) of Lord Krishna, drawing extensively from Vaishnava scriptures, particularly the Bhagavat Purana. It is performed as an expression of devotion (bhakti).

Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

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1, 2 and 3

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1 and 3 only

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2 and 3 only

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1 only

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?

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