Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

To which of the following Gharanas did the Hindustani classical vocalist Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan belong?

Options:

Patiala Gharana

Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana

Kirana Gharana

Gwalior Gharana

Correct Answer:

Patiala Gharana

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Patiala Gharana

Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan belonged to the Patiala Gharana of Hindustani classical music. There had been some confusion about this affiliation, with some sources mentioning Kasur Gharana. However, the Patiala Gharana is the widely accepted and acknowledged Gharana for this legendary vocalist.