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    The folk instrument used by Bhopa in 'Phad of Pabuji' is:
    Question

    The folk instrument used by Bhopa in 'Phad of Pabuji' is:

    A.

    Ravan Hattha

    B.

    Kundi

    C.

    Manjeera

    D.

    Pungi

    Correct option is A

    Ans. (a)
    Explanation
    Ravan Hattha is a string instrument traditionally played by Bhopa singers while narrating stories from the Phad of Pabuji. It is a folk instrument with a bow, resembling an ancient violin, and is commonly used in Rajasthan’s oral storytelling traditions.
    Information Booster
    · Phad Painting – A scroll painting tradition used to depict heroic stories of Pabuji & Devnarayan.
    · Bhopa-Bhopi – Folk singers who perform Phad storytelling.
    · Ravan Hattha – A folk string instrument used in Phad performances.
    · Pabuji – A folk deity of Rajasthan, worshipped as a hero.

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