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UPSC 2026HistoryModerate

Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur, the famous classical singer from Karnataka, represented the :

A
Agra Gharana
B
Gwalior Gharana
C
Patiala Gharana
D
Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana
Correct answer

Explanation

Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur (1910–1992) of Dharwad, Karnataka, was one of the foremost khayal singers of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana founded by Ustad Alladiya Khan, known for its rare and complex ragas. He received the Padma Vibhushan.

Art & CultureHindustani music: gharanasMallikarjun MansurJaipur-Atrauli GharanaAlladiya KhanDharwadKhayal

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