Who among the following has been credited with developing a notation system for Indian classical music?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande.
· Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande was a renowned Indian musicologist and composer who is credited with developing a notation system for Indian classical music.
· His work laid the foundation for systematically documenting and preserving the ragas and compositions of Indian classical music.
· Bhatkhande is also known for categorizing ragas into various thaats (musical scales) and establishing the foundation of North Indian classical music (Hindustani classical music) as we know it today.
· His system helped in the notation of both Hindustani and Carnatic music, although his work primarily focused on the Hindustani tradition.
Other Options:
· Kumar Gandharva: He was a famous Indian classical vocalist but is not credited with developing a notation system.
· Bal Gandharva: He was a famous Marathi singer and theater artist, known for his contribution to light classical music, but not involved in developing a notation system.
· Bhimsen Joshi: He was a legendary Hindustani classical vocalist but did not contribute to developing a notation system for Indian classical music.