Consider the following description: 1. It is an oral storytelling tradition that originated in Chhattisgarh and narrates episodes from the Mahabharata. 2. It is primarily performed by a single lead artist who combines storytelling, singing, and dramatic enactment. 3. It has two major styles of narration, namely Vedamati and Kapalik. The above description refers to: |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following description:
1.It is an oral storytelling tradition that originated in Chhattisgarh and narrates episodes from the Mahabharata.
2.It is primarily performed by a single lead artist who combines storytelling, singing, and dramatic enactment.
3.It has two major styles of narration, namely Vedamati and Kapalik.
The above description refers to:

[A] Yakshagana

[B] Pandavani

[C] Burrakatha

[D] Kathakali

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: Pandavani is a traditional oral storytelling and musical performance from Chhattisgarh that narrates episodes from the Mahabharata. It is usually performed by a single lead artist and has two styles—Vedamati (seated narration) and Kapalik (dramatic enactment). Renowned exponents include Teejan Bai and Ritu Verma.

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