UPSC Civil Services Model Paper 6

The traditional glove puppet play of Kerala is called Pavakoothu . Hence, Statement 1 is incorrect.
It came into existence during the 18th century due to the influence of Kathakali, the famous classical dance-drama of Kerala , on puppet performances.
Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
The height of a puppet varies from one to two feet.
The head and the arms are carved of wood and joined together with a thick cloth, cut and stitched into a small bag.
Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
The face of the puppets is decorated with paints, small and thin pieces of gilded tin, the feathers of the peacock , etc.
The manipulator puts his hand into the bag and moves the hands and head of the puppet.
The musical instruments used during the performance are Chenda, Chengiloa, Ilathalam and Shankhathe conch.
The theme for Glove puppet plays in Kerala is based on the episodes from either the Ramayana or the Mahabharata .