'Koodiyattam', recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage, is a Sanskrit theatre tradition from which state?
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Karnataka
- Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Kerala
Koodiyattam, Kerala's ancient Sanskrit theatre, was inscribed by UNESCO in 2001 (India's first Intangible Heritage). Performed in temple theatres (Koothambalams), it combines acting, music, and elaborate hand gestures.