The oldest form of composition of Hindustani vocal music is

(A) Dhurpad
(B) Thumri
(C) Ghazal
(D) None of the options

Correct Answer : Dhurpad
Question Asked : SSC CGL Tier-I Exam 2015
Explanation : Dhrupad is the oldest and perhaps the grandest form of Hindustani vocal music’. It is said to have descended from older forms like the Prabandha and the Dhruvapada. Dhrupad was essentially devotional in essence. A dhrupad recital typically consists of one or two male vocalists accompanied by the Tanpura and Pankhawaj.
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