Correct option is D
- Bhajan Sopori was a renowned Santoor maestro from the Sufiana Gharana of music.
- He was known for his deep mastery over the Santoor, a traditional Indian string instrument, and his contributions to classical music, particularly in the context of the Kashmiri classical music tradition.
- The Sufiana Gharana is known for its unique blend of classical music and devotional Sufi influences.
Additional Information:
- Bhajan Sopori was instrumental in popularizing the Santoor as a classical instrument.
- He played a significant role in blending traditional Indian classical music with contemporary forms, making the Santoor more widely recognized in the Indian classical music world.
- Sopori was also a key figure in the revival of Sufiana music, which is known for its soul-stirring compositions and its association with Kashmiri Sufi mysticism.
Other Options:
- Maihar - The Maihar Gharana is primarily associated with sitar and sarod, particularly with artists like Ustad Allauddin Khan and Ustad Ravi Shankar, not the Santoor.
- Benaras - The Benaras Gharana is known for its tabla and sitar traditions, not specifically related to Bhajan Sopori or the Santoor.
- Punjab - The Punjab Gharana is more associated with ghazals and qawwali rather than the Santoor or Bhajan Sopori's style of playing.
