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Mian Achpal is known as the founder of which gharana?
Question

Mian Achpal is known as the founder of which gharana?

A.

Delhi Gharana

B.

Jaipur Gharana

C.

Bhindibazar Gharana

D.

Mewati Gharana

Correct option is A


Correct Option: a)
The Delhi Gharana of Hindustani classical vocal music is one of the oldest and most influential schools.
Information Booster:
· Mian Achpal is traditionally acknowledged as the founder of the Delhi Gharana.
· He was a singer in the court of the Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah Rangile (early 18th century).
· He is credited with systematizing a distinct style of singing in Delhi that was later refined and popularized by his descendants and disciples, most notably the legendary Ustad Tanras Khan.
· Thus, the lineage traces its stylistic origins back to Mian Achpal.
Additional Knowledge:
· Jaipur Gharana: Founded by Ustad Alladiya Khan in the 19th century.
· Bhindibazar Gharana: A gharana of light classical and theatrical music, founded by Ustad Aman Ali Khan and Ustad Hamid Ali Khan.
· Mewati Gharana: Founded by Pandit Ghagge Nazir Khan in the late 19th/early 20th century.

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