Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, a musical genius, learnt which of the following gharanas of music from his father at an early age?

Options:

Benaras

Kasur Patiala

Jaipur-Atrauli

Gwalior

Correct Answer:

Kasur Patiala

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - Kasur Patiala

The Kasur Patiala gharana of music is a prominent school or lineage (gharana) of classical music, particularly known for its contribution to Hindustani classical vocal music.  The most common epithet used to describe Ustad Ghulam Ali Khan is 'Tansen of the 20th century. Often referred to as Bade (older) Ghulam Ali Khan to differentiate him from other maestros of the same name. The genius musician was one of the most legendary thumri vocalists of all time, who took the Patiala Gharana.