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Art & Culture question from Patwari exam, 2024 by JKSSB

Consider the following statements:

1. Chakiarkoothu dance's theater form is known as Koothambalam.
2. Mizhavu is the accompanying instrument.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2
• Statement 1 (The Venue): Chakiarkoothu is a traditional performance art from Kerala. It is traditionally performed only within the precincts of Hindu temples in a specially designed theater known as the Koothambalam. This space is architecturally optimized for the acoustic and visual requirements of the performance.

• Statement 2 (The Instrumentation): The primary musical accompaniment for Chakiarkoothu is the Mizhavu, a large copper drum played with the palms. The performer (the Chakiar) narrates stories from the epics, while a drummer (the Nambiar) provides the rhythmic support on the Mizhavu.

• Artistic Context: The performance is characterized by its blend of social satire, humor, and mime, where the Chakiar has the traditional liberty to poke fun at the audience or current events while narrating Puranic stories.

Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.

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JKSSB Patwari 2024

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Exam JKSSB
Recruitment Patwari
Year 2024
Subject Art & Culture
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