SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 41

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Vijayanagar

• The origin of Carnatic music is related to the Vijayanagara dynasty. 
• The Vijayanagara Empire was a South Indian dynasty based in the Deccan Plateau region, established in 1336.
• Carnatic music flourished under the patronage of the Vijayanagara empire between the 12th and 16th century AD. 
• Purandara Dasa, known as the "father (Pitamaha) of Carnatic music".
• Carnatic music is a tradition of Indian classical music that originated in the Bhakti movement.