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Statewise GK · Q1036

Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh GK

Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 1036

Q1036

The folk music of Jammu and Kashmir is discussed in which of the following ancient texts?

A.
Rajatarangini
B.
Nilamata Purana
C.
Both (A) and (B)
Answer
D.
None of these

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Folk music of Jammu and Kashmir is rich and distinct from music played in rest of India. It is known as 'Hindustani classical' which is discussed in the ancient text like Nilamata Purana and Rajatarangini by Kalhana.