Select the correct order of the total swar in use (Shuddha + Vikrit) in accordance with the increase in numbers:
A. Jai Jaiwanti
B. Bhupali
C. Poorvi
D. Vrindavani Sarang
E. Deshi
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is D

Correct Option: d)
The "total swar in use" refers to the count of distinct note pitches (both shuddha and vikrit) employed in the characteristic rendition of a raga. A higher count indicates a more complex or heptatonic scale.
Information Booster:
Ordered by increasing number of distinct swaras:
· Bhupali: Pentatonic. Uses 5 notes (S R G P D).
· Vrindavani Sarang: Hexatonic (Shadav). Uses 6 notes (S R M P D N).
· Deshi: Typically hexatonic/heptatonic. For this comparison, it uses 6-7 notes. Placed after Vrindavani Sarang.
· Poorvi: Heptatonic. Uses 7 distinct pitches (S r G M P d N) with komal Re and Dha.
· Jai Jaiwanti: Heptatonic but often uses both Madhyams or subtle shades, effectively 7+ notes, making it the most complex in this list.
Additional Knowledge:
· The count is not just the scale but the actual notes in performance.
· Jai Jaiwanti's complexity gives it the highest count.