Tat Vadya are also known as _______ instruments.

Correct option is D

The correct option is: (d) stringed

• In Indian classical music, musical instruments are traditionally categorized into four main types—Tat (stringed), Avanaddh (percussion), Sushir (wind), and Ghana (solid/percussive).

• Tat Vadya refers to instruments that produce sound primarily by the vibration of strings.

• These instruments are played by plucking, bowing, or striking the strings and are essential to both Hindustani and Carnatic music traditions.

• Tat = Stringed instruments.

• Examples: Sitar, Veena, Sarod, Santoor, Tanpura.

• Sound Production: Through vibration of stretched strings.

• Playing Methods: Plucked (e.g., Sitar), bowed (e.g., Sarangi), or struck (e.g., Santoor).

• Cultural Role: Backbone of Indian classical melodies and ragas.

• Percussion: Known as Avanaddh Vadya (e.g., Tabla, Mridangam).

• Wind: Known as Sushir Vadya (e.g., Bansuri, Shehnai).