With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:

1. It is a song and dance performance.
2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Manipuri Sankirtana is inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, highlighting its importance.

Statement 1: Sankirtana involves ritual singing, drumming, and dancing. Therefore, Statement 1 is correct.

Statement 2: Besides cymbals, drums are also used in Sankirtana. Therefore, Statement 2 is incorrect.

Statement 3: Sankirtana performances narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna. Therefore, Statement 3 is correct.

Hence, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Sources:

• [UNESCO - Sankirtana, ritual singing, drumming and dancing of Manipur](https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/sankirtana-ritual-singing-drumming-and-dancing-of- manipur-00843)