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With which of the following musical instruments is Ustad Ali Akbar Khan related to?
Question

With which of the following musical instruments is Ustad Ali Akbar Khan related to?

A.

Sarod

B.

Sitar

C.

Tabla

D.

Violin

Correct option is A

The correct answer is: (a) Sarod
Explanation:
· Ustad Ali Akbar Khan was a legendary Indian sarod maestro.
· He was one of the most prominent figures in Hindustani classical music and is credited with popularizing the sarod worldwide.
· He was a disciple and son of Ustad Allauddin Khan, founder of the Maihar Gharana.
Information Booster:
· Ustad Ali Akbar Khan received the Padma Vibhushan in 1989.
· He established the Ali Akbar College of Music in California in 1967.
· The sarod is a stringed instrument known for its deep, introspective sound.
· He collaborated with Pandit Ravi Shankar on many occasions.
· Ustad Ali Akbar Khan was nominated for the Grammy Award multiple times.
Additional Knowledge:
· Sitar – Associated with Pandit Ravi Shankar, not Ustad Ali Akbar Khan.
· Tabla – Prominent artists include Ustad Zakir Hussain and Pandit Kishan Maharaj.
· Violin – Widely used in Carnatic music, with exponents like Lalgudi Jayaraman.

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