​The term 'Ghatam' refers to which percussion instrument commonly used in Carnatic music performances?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is option (D) Pot

• The Ghatam is a traditional percussion instrument used in Carnatic music, and it is made of clay (a baked earthen pot).
• It is considered one of the oldest percussion instruments in Indian classical music. It is a prominent percussion instrument in Carnatic music concerts and is often played alongside the Mridangam and Kanjira.

Information Booster :- 

• Cymbals: Cymbals are metallic percussion instruments, often used to keep rhythm in Indian classical music but not related to the Ghatam.
• Tambourine: A hand-held percussion instrument with small jingles, primarily used in folk or devotional music.
  
• Drum: General term for percussion instruments like Mridangam or Tabla, but not specifically the Ghatam.