Bhoota Kola Ritual

Consider the following statements with reference to the Bhoota Kola Ritual of South India:

  1. It is an annual folk ritual of Tulu-speaking people in Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada and Udupi in Karnataka.
  2. It is a “non-vedic” ritual where Bhootas or Daivas (guardians and ancestors) are worshipped.
  3. It has influenced Yakshagana folk theatre.

Choose the correct statement(s) from the options given below:

A
1 and 2
B
2 and 3
C
1 and 3
D
1, 2 and 3