Multiple choice

Who among the following was a great musician in the court of Akbar?

  1. Amir Khusro

  2. Tansen

  3. Ramdas

  4. Abul Fazl
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Tansen (1506-1589) was one of the nine gems (Navaratnas) in Emperor Akbar's court and was a legendary musician. He is credited with creating the Raga Darbari Kanth. Options A, C, and D are incorrect - Amir Khusro was in court of earlier rulers, Ramdas was a saint, and Abul Fazl was a historian in Akbar's court (not a musician).

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