Padma Shri Pandit Rajeev Tharanath, the famous ________________ player is from the state of Karnataka.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 2 i.e. Sarod .
Padma Shri Pandit Rajeev Tharanath was a renowned sarod player from the state of Karnataka. He was one of India’s leading exponents of the sarod and a distinguished disciple of Ustad Ali Akbar Khan. His music reflected the rich traditions of the Senia Maihar Gharana, blending technical mastery with deep emotional expression. Rajeev Tharanath received the Padma Shri in 2019 for his contributions to Indian classical music.
Other options:
- Violin: Common in Carnatic music, but Rajeev Tharanath was not known for playing it.
- Sitar: Associated with maestros like Ravi Shankar; not Rajeev Tharanath’s instrument.
- Flute: Played by artists like Hariprasad Chaurasia; Rajeev Tharanath specialized in sarod.