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GK QUESTION#379

What is the primary musical instrument used in the performance of Burrakatha in Andhra Pradesh?

  1. ATamburaCorrect answer
  2. BMridangam
  3. CHarmonium
  4. DEktara
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A. Tambura

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Tambura, also known as Burra Katha, is a highly dramatic form of ballad and a traditional Telugu art of oral storytelling popular in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The term ‘Burra’ refers to the tambura (a musical instrument), and ‘Katha’ means story. Regional Names: Coastal Andhra: Jangam Katha. Rayalaseema: Tandana Katha or Suddulu. Telangana: Tamboorakatha or Saradakatha.

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