Who among the following is known as ‘Sarod Samrat’ in Indian Classical Music?
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Correct answer: C
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The correct answer is Option 3. i.e. Amjad Ali Khan.
Sarod 'samrat', Amjad Ali Khan is one of the most distinguished maestro in the world of Indian classical music.He is an Indian classical sarod player, best known for his clear and fast 'ekhara taans'.Amjad Ali Khan has received several prestigious national and international awards including Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan.
- He was awarded India's second-highest civilian honour Padma Vibhushan in 2001.
- Padma Shri in 1975, Padma Bhushan in 1991,.
- Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Music - Instrumental (Sarod) in 1989.
- The Tansen Award in 1989, Sarod Samrat, UNESCO Award in 1970,