SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 28

SSC CGL - 26 July 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q28

Indian musician Ravi Shankar won his first Grammy Award in 1968 for best chamber music performance for which of the following works done by him?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. West Meets East.

  • West Meets East" was released in 1967.
  • It featured collaborations between Ravi Shankar and the renowned Western musician, George Harrison of The Beatles, who was deeply influenced by Shankar's music.
  • Concept: The album was a groundbreaking project that showcased the fusion of Indian classical music with Western classical music.
  • It featured Shankar's sitar performances alongside Western instruments, creating a unique and innovative musical blend.