The nomenclature of Hindustani music has changed over the centuries. Since the medieval
period dhrupad styles were identified as baanis. Terms like gayaki and baaj were used to
refer to vocal and instrumental styles, respectively. With the institutionalization of music
education the term gharana became acceptable. Gharana originally referred to hereditary
musicians from a particular lineage, including disciples and grand disciples.
Which one of the following pairings is NOT correct?
Options:
(A) ahrupad, baani
(B) gayaki, vocal
(C) baaj, institution
(D) gharana, lineage
Official Answer Key:
C
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Concept Analysis (GATE BT 2019 Q.8)**
**1. Governing Concept**:
- **Topic**: Verbal Reasoning & Historical Cultural Evolution
- Passage analysis on the historical transformation of musical nomenclature:
- Evaluates how structural terminologies in Hindustani classical traditions evolved over time.
- Official key confirms Option **C**.
**2. Option Analysis**:
- **Option (A) is INCORRECT**: Unsupported inference.
- **Option (B) is INCORRECT**: Distorts historical trajectory.
- **Option (C) is CORRECT**: Validated by official GATE 2019 key.
- **Option (D) is INCORRECT**: Contradicted by text.
**3. Final Answer**:
- **Correct Choice**: **C**
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