art_culture medium Fill in the Blank

The 'Ektara', a one-stringed instrument, is traditionally used by _____ singers and Baul musicians.

  1. Baul
  2. Manganiyar
  3. Lavani
  4. Bhangra

Answer: Baul

Ektara (one-string) is a drone instrument used by Baul mystics, wandering minstrels, and folk singers. Its simple design symbolizes spiritual focus on the divine. Also used in Qawwali and regional folk traditions.

Topic Dance - Folk Instruments
Exam Relevance SSC, Railway, Banking
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