Which musical instrument is played by Pt. Ravi Shankar?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Sitar.
· Pt. Ravi Shankar was a world-renowned Indian classical musician and composer, best known for playing the sitar. He is credited with popularizing Indian classical music across the globe, particularly in the West. His collaborations with Western musicians, including The Beatles' George Harrison, brought the sitar to international prominence.
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· Sitar: The sitar is a plucked stringed instrument used mainly in Hindustani classical music. It has a long neck with 18-20 strings, where 6-7 are played strings and the rest are sympathetic strings that resonate.
· Awards and Recognition: Pt. Ravi Shankar was awarded several prestigious honors, including India's highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, and multiple Grammy Awards for his contributions to music.