Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical…

2025

Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical music?

  1. A.

    Jatis evolved from ragas as per ancient texts

  2. B.

    72-mela system was given by Bharata in 13th century

  3. C.

    Folk music originally used mela and grama scales

  4. D.

    Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi

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Correct answer: D

In Indian classical music history, ragas evolved from jatis, and the 72-mela system is associated with Venkatamakhi.

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