Read the Statements carefully based on Manipuri dance and choose the correct option:
1. Kartal Cholom is performed using cymbals with dynamic movements.
2. Samkirtana is performed without musical instruments.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Solution: The correct answer is 1 only.
Explanation:
☛ Statement 1 is correct: Kartal Cholom (cymbals dance) is a prominent male dance form in Manipur where dancers hold cymbals (kartal) and perform rhythmic, dynamic, and acrobatic movements.
☛ Statement 2 is incorrect: Sankirtana (or Samkirtana) is an integral performing art of Manipur that is accompanied by musical instruments, predominantly the Pung (cylindrical drum) and Kartal (cymbals), along with vocal singing.
Extra Exam-Relevant Facts:
☛ Manipuri Dance: It is one of the eight major classical dance forms of India, predominantly revolving around Vaishnavism themes such as the Rasleela of Radha and Krishna.
☛ Pung Cholom: Known as the drum dance, it involves dancers playing the Pung while performing graceful jumps, spins, and rhythmic acrobatics.
☛ UNESCO Recognition: Manipuri Sankirtana was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2013.
☛ Costume: Female dancers in Rasleela wear a distinct cylindrical flared skirt called Kumil or Potloi, decorated with mirrors and embroidery.
Important One-Liners for Upcoming Exams:
☛ Which king of Manipur is credited with introducing the classical Rasleela and the unique Potloi costume? → King Bhagyachandra (Maharaja Kartya)
☛ In which year was Manipuri Sankirtana inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list? → 2013
☛ What is the traditional barrel drum integral to Manipuri dance called? → Pung
☛ Which pre-Vaishnavite ritual festival forms the root of traditional Manipuri dance traditions? → Lai Haraoba
☛ Which famous poet-dramatist revived Manipuri dance at Santiniketan? → Rabindranath Tagore