Who among the following is the first vocalist to receive the Bharat Ratna in 2008 and is also credited to have popularised'Khyal Gayaki'?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Pandit Bhimsen Joshi

Explanation:

Pandit Bhimsen Joshi was the first vocalist to receive the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 2008.

• He was one of the most celebrated Hindustani classical vocalists and was a leading exponent of the Kirana Gharana.
• He is particularly credited for popularizing Khyal Gayaki, a genre of Hindustani classical music that focuses on improvisation and melody.
• His powerful voice, emotive expressions, and in-depth raga interpretations earned him great admiration worldwide.

Information Booster:

About Pandit Bhimsen Joshi:

• Born in 1922, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi was one of the greatest Hindustani classical vocalists of all time.
• He specialized in Khyal Gayaki and was known for his mesmerizing aalaps, taans, and bhajans.
• Some of his most famous renditions include:
• Mile Sur Mera Tumhara (a national integration song)
• Babul Mora Naihar Chhooto Jaye
• Bhajans and Abhangas dedicated to Lord Panduranga

Awards and Recognitions:

• Bharat Ratna (2008) – India's highest civilian honor
• Padma Vibhushan (1999)
• Padma Bhushan (1985)
• Padma Shri (1972)
• Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1975)

Additional Knowledge:

• Begum Akhtar was a legendary Ghazal and Thumri singer.
• Vishnu Digambar Paluskar was an early pioneer of Hindustani music education.
• Gangubai Hangal was a famous Hindustani classical singer of the Kirana Gharana.