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Padas in Carnatic classical music are scholarly compositions in _____ and Tamil.
Question

Padas in Carnatic classical music are scholarly compositions in _____ and Tamil.

A.

Telugu

B.

Sanskrit

C.

Kannada

D.

Hindi

Correct option is A

The Correct Answer is: (a) Telugu
Explanation:
In Carnatic classical music, Padas are scholarly lyrical compositions typically composed in Telugu and Tamil
Famous composers of padas include Kshetrayya and Sarangapani, who primarily used Telugu as the medium of lyrical expression.
Information Booster:
• These compositions are devotional in nature and often centered around Bhakti (devotion) themes, particularly relating to Lord Vishnu or Krishna.​
• They are used in Bharatanatyam for expressive (abhinaya) dance performances.
• Focus on musicality, poetic expression, and rhythm.
• Each pada generally consists of pallavi, anupallavi, and charanams (lyrical segments).
• They are set in vilambita laya (slow tempo) for expressive depth.

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