Question

Find out the correct list of traditional art forms of Kerala, which is performed by women ?

• A. Thumpithullal, Oppana, Poorakkali, Ammanattam
• B. Mudiyattam, Kaikottikkali, Devakkuthu, Margamkali
• C. Mudiyettu, Kudam thullal, Kolkkali , Velakali
• D. Padayani, Kummatti, Ammanattam, Koothu

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Mudiyattam, Kaikottikkali, Devakkuthu, Margamkali

• Mudiyattam - This is a temple art form in Kasaragod district. It is a type of dance in which the hair of the goddess is pulled and danced.

• Kaikottikkali - This is a dance performed by women during Onam. It is similar to Thiruvathirakali.

• Devakoothu - This is a ritual dance popular in Payyannur, Kannur district. It is a type of ritual art form performed to please the deity

• Margamkali - An ancient traditional dance form popular among the Syrian Christians of Kerala