Who among the following is credited with single handedly making the Santoor a popular classical inst...........

General Studies (CHSL) Art and Culture

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

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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.

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