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SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q64

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The Sabri brothers, Aziz Warsi and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan are associated with which singing style?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Qawwali.

  • The Sabri Brothers and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan are associated with the Qawwali singing style.
  • Qawwali is a form of devotional music and Sufi poetry that originates from the Indian subcontinent.
  • It is characterized by powerful and soul-stirring vocal performances, often accompanied by musical instruments, and is used to express devotion and mysticism.
  • These artists, particularly Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, are renowned for their contributions to Qawwali music and have played a significant role in popularizing it not only in the Indian subcontinent but also on the global stage