KV Prasad, SV Rajarao, Umalayapuram Sivaraman, Palghat Mani Iyer, Karaikudi R Mani, and Palghat Raghu are noted players of which of the following instruments?

Correct option is D

Correct Answer is (d) Mridangam
Explanation:
The Mridangam is a traditional South Indian percussion instrument and is the primary rhythmic accompaniment in Carnatic music.
· KV Prasad, SV Rajarao, Umalayapuram Sivaraman, Palghat Mani Iyer, Karaikudi R Mani, and Palghat Raghu are among the most celebrated Mridangam maestros.
· The Mridangam is a double-headed drum made of jackwood with two playing surfaces producing different tones.
· It is a fundamental instrument in Carnatic music concerts, often accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists.
Additional Information:
· Pakhawaj –
· Pakhawaj is a North Indian percussion instrument, considered the precursor to the Tabla.
· It is mainly used in Hindustani classical music and accompanies Dhrupad singers.
· Sarangi –
· Sarangi is a bowed string instrument used in Hindustani classical music.
· It is known for its deep, emotional tone, and is played with a bow.
· Ghatam –
· Ghatam is a South Indian percussion instrument made of clay.
· It is often used along with Mridangam in Carnatic music.