GS PrelimsHistory (Culture)Performing Art Traditions2014

A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their

A

martial arts in North-East India

B

musical tradition in North-West India

C

classical vocal music in South India

D

pietra dura tradition in Central India

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Manganiyars are a hereditary community of Muslim musicians predominantly found in the desert regions of Rajasthan in North-West India, particularly in the Barmer and Jaisalmer districts, and also in the Sindh province of Pakistan. 2. They are well-known for their rich folk musical tradition, which has been passed down through generations. Their music often features unique instruments like the kamaicha (a bowed string instrument) and dholak (a percussion instrument), and they traditionally performed for patrons, including Rajput families. 3. Option (A) is incorrect; they are associated with music, not martial arts, and are from North-West, not North-East India. 4. Option (C) is incorrect; their music is primarily folk, not classical vocal music, and they are from the North-West, not South India. 5. Option (D) is incorrect; they are musicians, not artisans associated with the pietra dura inlay tradition, which is more related to Mughal architecture found mainly in North and Central India.

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