26. What is the term used for the rhythmic syllables used in Indian classical music?
a) Taal
b) Raga
c) Laya
d) Sargam
Answer: d) Sargam
27. Who was the legendary vocalist known for his rendition of devotional songs, called “Bhajans”?
a) Bhimsen Joshi
b) Kumar Gandharva
c) Pandit Jasraj
d) Annapurna Devi
Answer: a) Bhimsen Joshi
28. Which Indian classical dance form is known for its intricate hand gestures and facial expressions?
a) Bharatanatyam
b) Kuchipudi
c) Kathakali
d) Kathak
Answer: a) Bharatanatyam
29. Who is known as the “Bansuri Maestro”?
a) Ravi Shankar
b) Zakir Hussain
c) Hariprasad Chaurasia
d) Ali Akbar Khan
Answer: c) Hariprasad Chaurasia
30. Which of the following is not a Carnatic classical music ragam?
a) Bhairavi
b) Todi
c) Kalyani
d) Pancharatna
Answer: d) Pancharatna