Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Qawwali was brought in India from ______.

Options:

Turkey

Mongolia

Saudi Arabia

Persia

Correct Answer:

Persia

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) - Persia

Qawwali is a form of devotional music with roots in the Sufi traditions of Persia. It was brought to India from Persia by Sufi saints and spread throughout the Indian subcontinent as a means of spiritual expression and devotion. Qawwali is characterized by its rhythmic melodies, repetitive refrains, and soulful vocals, often accompanied by traditional instruments such as the tabla, harmonium, and dholak. Over time, Qawwali became an integral part of Islamic and Sufi culture in India, fostering unity, love, and devotion among communities across the region.