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