This document discusses several traditional art forms of the Indian state of Kerala. It describes Chakyar Koothu as a highly refined monologue art form where stories from epics are narrated along with contemporary commentary. Koodiyattam is a 2000 year old Sanskrit theatre traditionally performed in temples. Theyyam is a popular ritual worship form of North Malabar where performers from lower communities play an important social role. The document emphasizes that Kerala's festivals showcase its cultural heritage through unique art forms, though some are declining.

1. WELCOME

2. Name of the
Student Trainee : Meera K
Optional : Social Science
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Year : 2013-2014

3. THE ART FORMS OF KERALA

4. The Indian State of Kerala is well known for its diverse
forms of performing arts.
Art forms in Kerala speak out the cultural heritage of
Kerala
INTRODUCTION

5. Chakyar Koothu is an art form
of Kerala.
A type of highly refined monologue.
Performer narrates stories from Hindu epics such as
Ramayana, Mahabharatha.
Incorporates commentary on current socio-political
events.
CHAKYAR KOOTHU

6. It is a form of Sanskrit
theatre.
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It is traditionally performed
in Kerala.
Usually performed in Sanskrit language in Hindu
temples.
Believed to be 2000 years old.
KOODIYATTAM

7. Also called Theyyattam or Thira.
Popular ritual form of worship of
North Malabar, Kerala.
The performers of Theyyam belong to the lower class
community, and have an important position in society.
THEYYAM

8. Festivals of Kerala offer opportunity to find Kerala’s
traditional rituals and customs.
Each art form is peculiar in its own style and nature.
Many art forms are dying and need to be saved.
CONCLUSION

9. Text Book of IX Standard.
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