Pandit Kishan Maharaj of Benaras Gharana was a ________________ player.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) tabla.
• Pandit Kishan Maharaj was a renowned tabla player of the Benaras Gharana.
• He was born on September 3, 1923, in Varanasi (Benaras), India.
• Kishan Maharaj was known for his exceptional skill and versatility in tabla playing, capable of accompanying various styles of music, including classical, semi-classical, and even dance performances.
• He was trained by his father, Pandit Hari Maharaj, and later by his uncle, Pandit Kanthe Maharaj.
• Pandit Kishan Maharaj received numerous accolades and awards for his contribution to Indian classical music, including the Padma Shri and the Padma Vibhushan.