How is Bismillah Khan taking the shehnai to the classical stage a form of cultural restoration?
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Correct answer: Because it gave a traditional instrument high artistic respect
The governing concept is cultural restoration through recognition and elevation. Before Bismillah Khan's achievement, the shehnai was commonly associated with weddings, auspicious occasions, and limited ceremonial use rather than the established classical concert platform. Through rigorous training, refined performance, public concerts, radio broadcasts, and major national appearances, he demonstrated that the instrument possessed serious artistic depth. Option D is correct because he restored dignity and broadened the accepted status of a traditional Indian instrument. Options A, B, and C reverse the effect: his work expanded practice and respect rather than restricting, ending, or foreignising the shehnai.
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Because it gave a traditional instrument high artistic respect
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is cultural restoration through recognition and elevation. Before Bismillah Khan's achievement, the shehnai was commonly associated with weddings, auspicious occasions, and limited ceremonial use rather than the established classical concert platform. Through rigorous training, refined performance, public concerts, radio broadcasts, and major national appearances, he demonstrated that the instrument possessed serious artistic depth. Option D is correct because he restored dignity and broadened the accepted status of a traditional Indian instrument. Options A, B, and C reverse the effect: his work expanded practice and respect rather than restricting, ending, or foreignising the shehnai.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Sound of Music. Topic: Overcoming physical disabilities (Evelyn Glennie) and the life of Shehnai maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan.
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