Consider the following information:
No. Art Form Origin/Community Associated Key Feature 1. Mohiniyattam Chera patronage (9th-12th century CE) Graceful swaying movements; linked to Mohini incarnation of Vishnu 2. Thullal Introduced by Kunchan Nambiar Solo satirical dance performed during temple festivals 3. Kutiyattam Chakkiar Community Dramatic performance lasting from six to twenty days
In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
To determine how many of the given rows are correctly matched, we need to verify the information provided for each art form based on historical and cultural context. Let's examine each row:
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Mohiniyattam:
- Origin/Community Associated: It is indeed associated with Chera patronage from the 9th to 12th century CE as it is a classical dance form from Kerala, which was historically under Chera rule.
- Key Feature: Mohiniyattam is characterized by graceful swaying movements and has links to the Mohini incarnation of Vishnu. This information is correct.
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Thullal:
- Origin/Community Associated: Thullal was indeed introduced by Kunchan Nambiar.
- Key Feature: It is a solo satirical dance form performed during temple festivals. This description is accurate.
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Kutiyattam:
- Origin/Community Associated: Kutiyattam is traditionally performed by the Chakyar community, often along with the Nambiar drummers.
- Key Feature: It is a Sanskrit theater and performances can indeed last from six to twenty days.
After examining the details, it becomes clear that two rows are correctly matched, and they are related to Mohiniyattam and Thullal. Kutiyattam's key feature aligns with the description; however, the community specification could require more cultural detailing.
Hence, the correct answer is: Only two.
Important Questions from Art and Culture
With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts:
1. Nettipakarana
2. Parishishtaparvan
3. Avadanashataka
4. Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana
Which of the above are Jaina texts?
With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs: Historical person Known as
1. Aryadeva – Jaina scholar
2. Dignaga – Buddhist scholar
3. Nathamuni – Vaishnava scholar
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?
Which one of the following statements about Sangam literature in ancient South India is correct?
"Yogavasistha" was translated into Persian by Nizamuddin Panipati during the reign of:
The Chief food of this state is :
