1. Which of the following statements most accurately explains the divergence between Hindustani and Carnatic classical music traditions?
2. Match the following classical vocal and musical forms with their respective traditions and descriptions: List I A. Khayal B. Kriti C. Dhrupad D. Tillana List II 1. Carnatic composition characterised by rhythmic syllables, often performed towards the conclusion of a Bharatanatyam recital 2. Hindustani classical form regarded as one of the oldest surviving major vocal traditions and traditionally accompanied by the Pakhawaj 3. The most widely practised Hindustani vocal form, characterised by considerable scope for melodic improvisation 4. The principal Carnatic compositional form, generally comprising Pallavi, Anupallavi and Charanam
3. Consider the following statements regarding prominent composers of Carnatic music: Statement 1: Tyagaraja composed most of his compositions in Telugu and is particularly associated with the Pancharatna Kritis, which are performed during the Tyagaraja Aradhana at Thiruvaiyaru. Statement 2: Muthuswami Dikshitar composed mainly in Tamil and is renowned for his Navagraha Kritis.
4. Which of the following statements about Purandaradasa is correct?
5. Assertion (A): The Maihar Gharana emerged as one of the most influential instrumental traditions of Hindustani classical music during the 20th century. Reason (R): Founded and developed under the influence of Baba Allauddin Khan, the Maihar tradition produced internationally renowned musicians such as Ravi Shankar and Ali Akbar Khan, who played a major role in introducing Indian classical music to global audiences.