Which two drums, with the Idakka as a third major drum, are used in a Kathakali performance?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Chenda and Maddalam
- Step 1: Three major drums are used in Kathakali: Maddalam (barrel-shaped), Chenda (a cylindrical drum played with curved sticks) and Idakka (hourglass-shaped). Answer: Chenda and Maddalam. A Kathakali performance combines music, vocal performers, choreography and hand and facial gestures to express ideas. Why not the others: Tabla and Pakhawaj, Mridangam and Ghatam and Khol and Bortal don't fit.
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