The raga ‘Bilaval’, named after Veraval, is traditionally associated with which Indian state?
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Correct answer: B
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Correct Answer:
Option 2: Gujarat
Explanation:
Raaga 'Bilaval' is named after the town of Veraval in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat. It is the foundation raga of the Bilaval thaat of Hindustani classical music, in which all the notes are pure. It is considered the initial raga of music education and is sung in the morning.
Additional Facts:
Option 1: Kerala is incorrect.
Option 2: Correct answer.
Option 3: Sikkim is incorrect.
Option 4: Uttar Pradesh is incorrect.
Possible questions for upcoming exams:
Question: What is Bilawal Thatha?
Answer: The basis of music.
Question: When is a raga sung?
Answer: According to the time of day
Question: How many pure notes are there?
Answer: Seven
Question: What are the forms of Hindustani music?
Answer: Dhrupad, Khyal