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SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination · Question 28

Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical music?

  1. Jatis evolved from ragas as per ancient texts
  2. 72-mela system was given by Bharata in 13th century
  3. Folk music originally used mela and grama scales
  4. Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi
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Answer: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi

Explanation

Correct answer: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]