Tansen was a legendary Indian classical musician and composer known for his vocal prowess and many musical compositions during the Mughal era.
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Recently, the Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed an appeal seeking permission to conduct religious and cultural activities at Hazrat Sheikh Muhammad Ghaus' tomb, which also houses the grave of musical maestro Tansen in Gwalior.
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Musical Style |
Dhrupad (epic devotional compositions) |
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Innovations |
Created several new rāgas in Hindustani classical music |
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Gharana Contribution |
Founder of the Gwalior Gharana, the first gharana of Hindustani music |
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Instruments Popularised |
Rabab (Central Asian plucked string instrument) – popularised and improved by Tansen |
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Composition Themes |
Mostly based on Hindu Puranas, devotional in nature |
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Language of Compositions |
Braj Bhasha |
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Deities Praised |
Ganesha, Saraswati, Surya, Shiva, Vishnu |
Source: Indian Express
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Practice Question: Q. With reference to Tansen, the legendary musician of medieval India, consider the following statements: Tansen was a prominent musician in the court of Emperor Akbar and is regarded as one of the Navratnas. He is credited with founding the Gwalior Gharana, the first gharana of Hindustani classical music. Tansen’s compositions were primarily written in Persian and praised Sufi saints. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? A) 1 only B) 1 and 2 only C) 2 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: B) 1 and 2 only Explanation: Statement 1: Correct. Tansen was indeed a prominent musician in Akbar's court and one of the Navratnas (nine gems). Statement 2: Correct. He played a key role in establishing the Gwalior Gharana. Statement 3: Incorrect. His compositions were mainly in Braj Bhasha, not Persian, and praised Hindu deities, not Sufi saints. |
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