Which one of the following scholars studied the ‘Pandav-Lila of Garhwal ?

Gerald Berreman
Dhirendra Nath Majumdar
William Sax
Verrier Elwi

The correct answer is (c), William Sax.

William Sax is a British anthropologist who has studied the Pandav-Lila of Garhwal for many years. He has written extensively on the subject, and his work is considered to be some of the most authoritative on the topic.

The Pandav-Lila is a traditional folk drama that is performed in the Garhwal region of India. It tells the story of the Pandavas, the heroes of the Mahabharata. The drama is performed over several days, and it involves a large cast of actors and musicians.

Sax’s work on the Pandav-Lila has focused on the ways in which the drama is used to express and reinforce social and cultural values. He has also explored the ways in which the drama is changing in response to the forces of modernization.

Sax’s work on the Pandav-Lila is an important contribution to the study of Indian folk culture. It provides a valuable insight into the ways in which traditional forms of performance can be used to express and negotiate social change.

The other options are incorrect.

(a) Gerald Berreman is an American anthropologist who has studied caste and ethnicity in India. He has not written extensively on the Pandav-Lila.

(b) Dhirendra Nath Majumdar was an Indian anthropologist who specialized in the study of tribal cultures. He has not written extensively on the Pandav-Lila.

(d) Verrier Elwin was an English anthropologist who worked in India for many years. He has written extensively on tribal cultures, but he has not written extensively on the Pandav-Lila.