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Statewise GK · Q824

Punjab GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 824

Q824

Punjab has a strong sufi tradition. Name the famous form of Sufti tradition in the songs of Punjab.

A.
Dhadi tradition
Answer
B.
Marashan tradition
C.
Khalsa tradition
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Sufi music is the devotional music and Punjab has a strong Sufi tradition. The Sikh Dhadhi tradition is a famous form of sufi music in the state. Dhadhi is a musical tradition that makes use of the sarangi (a bowed stringed instrument), and the dhadh (a hand held, hourglass shaped drum).