The document discusses several traditional art forms of Kerala, India. It describes Chakyar Koothu as a highly refined monologue art form that narrates stories from Hindu epics and incorporates current commentary. It also discusses Theyyattam, a popular ritual worship form of North Malabar where performers have an important social position despite coming from a lower caste. The document notes that Kerala's festivals showcase traditional rituals and that many of these art forms are declining and need preservation.

2.  Name of the
Student Trainee : Meera K
 Optional : Social Science
 Candidate Code : 13359006
 Year : 2013-2014

3. ARTFORMS 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

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.

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

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.

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.

9.  Text Book of IX Standard.