UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 72
With reference to Mian Tansen, which one of the following statements is not correct?
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Correct answer: A
Correct Option: A
Explanation:
The title “Tansen” was associated with the patron Raja Ramchandra of Rewa before the musician entered Akbar’s court; attributing the title to Akbar is the incorrect statement.
Option-wise Analysis:
A (Correct): Correct choice for “not correct”-Akbar did not originally bestow this title.
B (Incorrect): Tansen is credited with dhrupad compositions devoted to Hindu deities.
C (Incorrect): He also composed works honouring royal patrons.
D (Incorrect): Tradition credits him with creating or adapting several ragas.
Review Note:
Many details of Tansen’s repertoire come from later musical traditions and cannot be independently verified.