Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) 9.
• Teen Taal has 16 matras.
• Khali (empty beat) occurs on the 9th matra.
Information Booster:
• Teen Taal vibhag: 4–4–4–4.
• Sam is on 1st matra.
• Khali is shown by wave of hand.
Additional Knowledge:
• Teen Taal is most commonly used taal.
• Used in vocal and instrumental music.