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    In how many tone scale are all the known ragas grouped?
    Question

    In how many tone scale are all the known ragas grouped?

    A.

    6

    B.

    14

    C.

    10

    D.

    12

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is: (d) 12
    Explanation:
    All known ragas in Indian classical music are classified under a 12-tone scale, which includes 7 shuddha (pure) swaras and 5 vikrit (altered) swaras. These tones form the basis of raga construction.
    Information Booster:
    • The Melakarta system in Carnatic music uses 72 parent ragas.​

    • The 7 shuddha swaras are: Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, Ni.

    • Both Hindustani and Carnatic traditions are based on this 12-note scale.​

    • The Thaat system in Hindustani music classifies ragas into 10 thaats

    • .The Thaat system was devised by Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande.​

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