Carnatic Classical Music
Questions and Answers
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Who is known as the father of Carnatic music?
- A.
Shri Purandara dasa
- B.
Shri Thyagaraja
- C.
Shri Annamacharya
- D.
Shri Bobbili Keshavayya
Correct Answer
A. Shri Purandara dasaExplanation
Shri Purandara dasa is known as the father of Carnatic music because he is considered to be the pioneer and one of the most important composers in the development of Carnatic music. He played a significant role in structuring the fundamental elements of Carnatic music, including the melodic scales (ragas) and rhythmic patterns (talas). His compositions, known as "Purandara dasa kritis," are still widely performed and revered in the Carnatic music tradition. His contributions to the genre have had a lasting impact and he is therefore recognized as the father of Carnatic music.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who composed the famous kriti " Endaro Mahanubhavulu andariki Vandanamulu" ?
- A.
Shri Annamacharya
- B.
Shri Bhadrachala Ramadasu
- C.
Shri Thyagaraja
- D.
Shri Muttuswami Dikshit
Correct Answer
C. Shri ThyagarajaExplanation
The famous kriti "Endaro Mahanubhavulu andariki Vandanamulu" was composed by Shri Thyagaraja.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following ragas has this Aarohanam and Avarohanam ? S R2 G3 P D2 S S N3 D2 P M1 G3 R2 S
- A.
Bilahari
- B.
Malahari
- C.
Shree
- D.
Hamsadhwani
Correct Answer
A. BilahariExplanation
The given Aarohanam and Avarohanam (ascending and descending scale) match with the raga Bilahari.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Endaro Mahanubhavulu krithi is in which raga?
Correct Answer
Shreeraga
Shri
Sri Raga
Shree Raga
Shree
Shri Raga
sriragaExplanation
The correct answer is Shreeraga, Shri, Sri Raga, Shree Raga, Shree, Shri Raga, sriraga.Rate this question:
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Who is the worshipper of Lord Shri Venkateshwara Swamy?
- A.
Shri Thyagaraja
- B.
Shri Venkateshwara Shastry
- C.
Shri Annamacharya
- D.
Shri ShyamaShastry
Correct Answer
C. Shri AnnamacharyaExplanation
Shri Annamacharya is the worshipper of Lord Shri Venkateshwara Swamy.Rate this question:
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Which is the first basic raga taught to the beginners in the Carnatic Music system?
- A.
Hindola
- B.
Yaman Kalyani
- C.
Hamsadhwani
- D.
Mayamalavagowla
Correct Answer
D. MayamalavagowlaExplanation
Mayamalavagowla is the first basic raga taught to beginners in the Carnatic Music system. This raga is considered as the fundamental scale in Carnatic music and is often used as a scale for warm-up exercises and basic compositions. It has a symmetric structure and is known for its simplicity and melodic beauty. By starting with Mayamalavagowla, beginners can learn the foundational aspects of Carnatic music, such as swara (notes), gamakas (ornamentations), and basic compositions, before progressing to more complex ragas.Rate this question:
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