To which Gayaki is Char Taal used?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is Dhrupad. Char Taal is used in the Dhrupad style of Gayaki.
Dhrupad is one of the most ancient and respected genres of Hindustani classical music, originating from the Indian subcontinent.
It is considered the oldest surviving vocal tradition and is closely associated with Haveli Sangeet as well as connected to the Carnatic tradition of South India.
The language primarily used in Dhrupad compositions is Sanskritized Brij Bhasha.
Additional Information:
The word Dhrupad comes from two Sanskrit terms:
· Dhruva – meaning the constant or steady star, symbolizing stability, and
· Pada – meaning poetry or verse.
· Traditionally, Dhrupad is performed with a Tanpura and Pakhawaj accompaniment.
· The lyrics are composed in a medieval dialect of Hindi, and often focus on heroic themes, spiritual devotion, or praise of deities.
· Dhrupad is rooted in devotional music, with origins tracing back to the Samaveda, one of the ancient Vedic texts.
· A key feature of Dhrupad is its strict emphasis on the purity and structure of the Raga.
Hindustani classical music is traditionally vocal-centric, with the main vocal forms including:
· Khayal
· Ghazal
· Dhrupad
· Dhammar
· Tarana
· Thumri