Art and Culture

General Studies (CHSL)

Title

45:30

8 of 24 completed

5 of 15 completed

38 of 100 completed

8 of 20 completed

Indian Economy - Understanding the basics of Indian economic system

Who among the following is credited with single-handedly making the Santoor a popular classical instrument?

This questions was previously asked in

SSC CHSL 24th May 2022 Shift-3

Shiv Kumar Sharma

Bhajan Sopori

Rahul Sharma

Ulhas Bapat

- Option 1: Shiv Kumar Sharma

- ?? Correct Answer: He is widely recognized for bringing the santoor to prominence in Indian classical music.

- His innovative playing style and dedication helped popularize the instrument beyond regional folk traditions.

- Option 2: Bhajan Sopori

- A renowned santoor player and composer.

- While influential, he is not often credited with single-handedly popularizing the santoor.

- Option 3: Rahul Sharma

- The son of Shiv Kumar Sharma and a talented santoor player in his own right.

- Noted for bringing contemporary touches to the santoor, but not the one who popularized it initially.

- Option 4: Ulhas Bapat

- A respected santoor player.

- Contributed to santoor music but isn't credited with its widespread classical popularity.