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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?

(a) I, III and IV
(b) I, II and III
(c) II, III and IV
(d) I, II and IV
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Answer: (a) I, III and IV
UPSC 2000 · Q66 · Art & Culture › Classical Dance Forms · Save

Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?

(a) Baki Itihas: Badal Sarkar
(b) Sita Swayamvar: Vishnu Das Bhave
(c) Yayati: Girish Karnad
(d) Giddha: Jabbar Patel
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Answer: (d) Giddha: Jabbar Patel