Mian Tansen: Mughal Musician
Question
With reference to Mian Tansen, which one of the following statements is not correct?
Options
Tansen was the title given to him by Emperor Akbar.
Tansen composed Dhrupads on Hindu gods and goddesses.
Tansen composed songs on his patrons.
Tansen invented many Ragas.
Explanation
Statement (d) is not correct. Mian Tansen did not invent ragas; rather, he perfected and popularized existing ragas and composed music within the traditional framework. Tansen was known for his mastery of ragas and his compositions, but inventing ragas is an overstatement of his contribution. Statements (a), (b), and (c) are all correct: Tansen was indeed given the title 'Tansen' by Akbar; he composed Dhrupads (a form of Hindustani classical music) on Hindu deities; and he composed songs on his patrons. > Tansen: Perfected ragas, composed Dhrupads, did not invent ragas. Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2019
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q16
Subject
History
Sub-topic
Art and Culture - Music in Mughal India
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
NCERT History - Medieval India, Mughal Culture
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