GPSC Class 1-2 2024 · Question 51 of 100

Consider the following statements regarding Pandit Bhimsen Joshi. 1. Pandit Bhimsen Joshi was instrumental in organising the Sawai Gandharva Music Festival as homage to his guru, Sawai Gandharva. 2. He was a contemporary of Gangubai Hangal, singer of the Kirana gharana of Hindustani classical music. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Art and Culture - Music

A1 only
B2 only
CNeither 1 nor 2
DBoth 1 and 2Correct

Answer: D. Both 1 and 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct: Bhimsen Joshi organized the Sawai Gandharva Music Festival in memory of his guru, and he was a contemporary of fellow Kirana gharana singer Gangubai Hangal.

Source: GPSC Gujarat Administrative Service Class-1, Gujarat Civil Services Class-1 & 2 Prelims (Advt 47/2023-24), held 07-01-2024, Paper-I (General Studies) - English version; answers verified against subject knowledge with the official master paper

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