GK QUESTION#1761
Evaluate the following about Carnatic instruments and choose the correct option:
- The Mridangam is a melodic percussion instrument used to outline the raga.
- Nadaswaram is a double-reed instrument traditionally played in temples and weddings.
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B. Only 2
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Mridangam is a percussion instrument, but it is not melodic; it provides rhythmic accompaniment (tala), not the raga (melody). Raga is outlined by melodic instruments like veena, violin, flute, or by vocals. Nadaswaram is a double-reed wind instrument, one of the loudest non-brass instruments, widely used in South Indian temples, weddings, and festivals.