Which treatise of Indian classical music was composed by Pandit Sharanga Deva?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. Sangeet Ratnakar.
Sangeet Ratnakar is a renowned treatise on Indian classical music, composed by Pandit Sharanga Deva in the 13th century. Written in Sanskrit, it is considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive texts in Indian musicology. The work covers vocal music, instrumental music, and dance, and serves as a bridge between ancient and medieval music traditions. Sharanga Deva was a scholar in the court of King Simhana of the Yadava dynasty. Sangeet Ratnakar is widely respected by both Hindustani and Carnatic music traditions, making it a foundational text in Indian classical music history.
Other options:
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Sangeet Makarand: An earlier work on music, attributed to Narada.
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Sangeet Samay Saar: Not a well-known classical text; no known link to Sharanga Deva.
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Sangeet Tarang: A more modern or lesser-known work, not written by Sharanga Deva.