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Islamic Music: Unveiling the Sacred Sounds of Islam
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Which of the following is a prominent genre of Islamic music that originated in the Indian subcontinent?
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Qawwali
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Qawwali is a genre of devotional music that originated in the Indian subcontinent and is widely performed in Sufi gatherings. It is characterized by its energetic rhythms, poetic lyrics, and the use of clapping and hand gestures.