Question

UPSC Prelims 2014 Question:

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:

1. martial arts in North-East India
2. musical tradition in North-West India
3. Classical vocal music in South India
4. Pietra dura tradition in Central India

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 2: musical tradition in North-West India

Detailed Solution

Explanation:

Manganiyars are hereditary communities of Muslim musicians residing mostly in western Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer and Barmer districts.
The music of the marginalised community, who were supported by wealthy landlords and merchants before Independence, forms a vital part of the Thar desert’s cultural landscape. Apart from the pandemic, this vital heritage is also facing a threat from changes in patronage and increased urbanisation in these districts.

Therefore, option (2) is the correct answer.

Subject: History | Miscellaneous(hist)

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