SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 89

SSC CHSL - 30 Nov 2025 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q89

The ‘Dedh Satara’ musical instrument belongs to which Indian state?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Dedh Satara - Rajasthan

The Dedh Satara (often simply called the 'Satara') is a traditional folk instrument from Rajasthan.

Type: It is a wind instrument played by blowing.

Construction: It consists of two wooden flute-like tubes joined together. It is similar in appearance to the 'Algoza', but its structure and tone are slightly different.

Cultural Significance: It is used primarily by folk singers from the Langa and Manganiyar communities in the Jaisalmer and Barmer regions of Rajasthan.

Playing Style: The artist plays it with his mouth, with one tube providing a continuous 'drone' and the other producing the main melody.