Which of the following statements are correct about Kathakali?1. It i...
Kathakali is a classical dance form of Kerala, India, known for its elaborate makeup, costumes, and dramatic storytelling. Let's analyze the given statements:
Related to Koodiyattam:
- Kathakali and Koodiyattam are both classical dance forms of Kerala.
- Koodiyattam is considered the oldest surviving classical theatre form in the world, and Kathakali evolved from it.
- Kathakali incorporates elements of Koodiyattam such as mudras (hand gestures), facial expressions, and musical instruments.
Therefore, the statement "It is closely related to Koodiyattam" is correct.
Revived by Radha Reddy and Raja Reddy:
- Radha Reddy and Raja Reddy are famous Kathakali dancers from Andhra Pradesh, India.
- However, they are primarily known for their contributions to Kuchipudi, a different classical dance form.
- Kathakali has been performed for centuries by various artists and institutions in Kerala, and does not require revival.
Therefore, the statement "Radha Reddy and Raja Reddy revived this dance form in 1930s" is incorrect.
In conclusion, only statement 1 is correct.
Which of the following statements are correct about Kathakali?1. It i...
- Kathakali: In the temples of Kerala, two forms of dance-drama, Ramanattam and Krishnattam, evolved under the patronage of feudal lords, narrating episodes from Ramayana and Mahabharata.
- These folk drama traditions later became the source of Kathakali, which derived its name from the words 'Katha' meaning story and "Kali' meaning drama.
- It is closely related to Koodiyattam (Sanskrit drama tradition) and other ancient martial-arts performance also. It is a wonderful combination of music, dance and drama. However, with the breakdown of the feudal setup, Kathakali started to decline as an art form.
It was revived in the 1930s by the famous Malayali poet V. N. Menon under Mukunda Raja's patronage. (Radha Reddy and Raja Reddy are famous proponents of Kuchipudi)
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