Yakshagana resembles Western opera - Art & Culture
Q. Which of the following statements are correct?
1. Yakshagana resembles Western opera.
2. It is genre of music based on Karnataka Sangeetha.- Published on 12 Aug 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Only 1
Yakshagana is a separate genre of music, independent of Karnataka Sangeetha and the Hindustani music of India. It is believed to have survived as an indigenous phenomenon only in parts of Karnataka and Kerala.