Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Ramman festival:
1.It is a traditional ritual theatre and religious festival celebrated annually in Uttarakhand.
2.The festival involves theatrical performances of the Ramayana and local legends.
3.It is inscribed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: All are correct
Statement 1 is correct: The Ramman Festival is a traditional ritual theatre and religious festival celebrated annually in the twin villages of Saloor and Dungra, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, in honour of the local deity Bhumiyal Devta.
Statement 2 is correct: The festival features masked dances and musical performances that narrate stories from the Ramayana and local legends, involving community participation with specific roles assigned by caste and occupation.
Statement 3 is correct: The Ramman Festival was inscribed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009, highlighting its significance in preserving the folk culture and spiritual traditions of the Garhwal Himalayas.
Source: IE
