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Which of the musical masters were employed and patronized by Akbar?

1. Gopal Das

2. Chhajju Khan

3. Tansen

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 3 only

2 only

2 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Akbar employed and patronised musical masters like Baba Gopal Das, Swami Haridas and Tansen, who was considered to be one of the Navaratna or nine gems of the Mughal court. It is also speculated that Baiju Bawra sang at the court of Akbar.
Bhendibazaar Gharana: Chhajju Khan, Nazir Khan and Khadim Hussain Khan founded it in the 19th century. They gained popularity and fame as the singers were trained to control their breath for a long period. Hence statement 2 is incorrect.

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