Practice - History of the Shehnai
Practice Questions
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What was the shehnai originally called?
💡 Hint: Think of the name it was banned for being shrill.
Who was Ustad Bismillah Khan?
💡 Hint: Consider who changed how people view the shehnai.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What was the pungi used for before it transformed into the shehnai?
💡 Hint: Remember why Aurangzeb disliked it.
True or False: Bismillah Khan was the first to perform at the Red Fort after India's independence.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of the date.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze the cultural significance of the shehnai in modern-day India compared to its origins.
💡 Hint: Look into how modern performances incorporate traditional elements.
Evaluate the contribution of Ustad Bismillah Khan in promoting the shehnai internationally.
💡 Hint: Consider specific instances of international recognition.
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