Ragas introduced by Amir Khusrau - Art & Culture

Q.  Which of the following ragas were introduced by Amir Khusrau?

1) Deepak
2) Ghora
3) Sanam
4) Malhar

- Published on 13 Aug 15

a. Only 2 and 3
b. Only 3
c. 1, 2, 3 and 4
d. None of the above

ANSWER: Only 2 and 3
 
Amir Khusrau introduced many new ragas such as ghora and sanam. He evolved a new style of light music known as Qawwaalis by blending the Hindu and Iranian systems. The invention of sitar was also attributed to him.

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