Question

Which of the following statements about Indian classical music is true?

• A. Carnatic music is mainly practiced in northern and western India.
• B. Hindustani music is limited to temple rituals in South India.
• C. Carnatic and Hindustani music are two distinct classical traditions based on region, with Carnatic in the South and Hindustani in the North.
• D. There is no regional variation in Indian classical music traditions.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Carnatic and Hindustani music are two distinct classical traditions based on region, with Carnatic in the South and Hindustani in the North.

Indian classical music is categorized into two main systems: Hindustani and Carnatic. Carnatic music is predominantly practiced in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. The classical music tradition followed in the rest of India is known as Hindustani classical music.