SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 39

SSC CHSL - 05 July 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q39

Sangeeta Shankar was awarded Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2021 for her contribution in playing which musical instrument?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Violin.

Sangeeta Shankar is a renowned Indian classical violinist specializing in Hindustani music. She was honored with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2021 for her exceptional contribution to the art of violin playing. A disciple of the legendary violinist N. Rajam, Sangeeta Shankar is celebrated for her mastery of the Gayaki Ang technique, which emulates the nuances of the human voice on the violin. Her performances have garnered acclaim both in India and internationally. She has also passed on this tradition to her daughters, Ragini Shankar and Nandini Shankar, continuing the legacy of violin excellence. ​

Other Option

  • Santoor – A traditional Kashmiri string instrument, not associated with Sangeeta Shankar.

  • Veena – A classical South Indian string instrument, not the focus of Sangeeta Shankar's expertise.

  • Flute – A wind instrument, not related to Sangeeta Shankar's musical practice.