What was the term used to describe a hym

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Bhakti Sufi Traditions

Question:

What was the term used to describe a hymn sung at the opening or closing of a qawwali, introduced by Amir Khusrau?

Options:

Hazal

Qaul

Fard

Hamd

Correct Answer:

Qaul

Explanation:

Amir Khusrau introduced 'qaul' a hymn sung at the opening or closing of a qawwali which gave a unique form to the Chishti sama'.