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Which of the following best describes Annamacharya's contribution to Indian devotional music?
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Which of the following best describes Annamacharya's contribution to Indian devotional music?

A.

Composed Sanskrit hymns on caste rituals

B.

Wrote over 32,000 songs promoting devotion and equality

C.

Restricted songs to temples and priests only

D.

Focused only on melody, not on social reform

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Wrote over 32,000 songs promoting devotion and equality.
• Annamacharya composed thousands of Telugu devotional songs.
• His works emphasized bhakti, equality, and devotion to Lord Venkateswara.
Information Booster:
• He lived during the 15th century.
• Known as “Padakavita Pitamaha” of Telugu music.
• His compositions are called Sankeertanas.
Additional Knowledge:
• Songs are still sung in Tirupati temple rituals.
• He opposed caste discrimination through devotional poetry.

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