Which of the following statements are correct regarding the famous Sattriya dance? 1. Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama. 2. It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam. 3. It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.

The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3 Key Points Sattriya is a major Indian classical dance, introduced in the 15th century A.D by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva This dance was initially created as part of Bhaona which are performances of Ankiya Nat, one-act plays, originally created by Sankardev, the 15th-16th century polymath from Assam . Hence, Statement 1 is correct. These dances are part of the living traditions today of Sattras, which are communities of live-in devotees belonging to the Ekasarana dharma, the religion established by Sankardev. The themes played are related to Lord Krishna, and sometimes other Vishnu avatars such as Rama. Hence, Statement 2 is correct. The music of Sattriya dance comprises classical ragas (melodies), talas (rhythms), and traditional songs. Tulsidas, Mira, and Kabir were Vaishnavite who composed various songs that are used in Sattriya. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.