Question

Select the correct statements in the context of classical music in Maharashtra.

• A. Balkrishnbuva Ichalkaranjikar made attempts to popularise classical music among the people in the 19th century.
• B. Sangeet Shakuntal, written by Balkoba Natekar, was one of the popular productions of Kirloskar Mandali.
• C. Sharada, written by Govind Ballal Deval, gained popularity for its views on spirituality and man's relationship with the divine.
• D. Khadilkar wrote Keechakvadh, a play on events that occur in the Mahabharata.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

Khadilkar wrote Keechakvadh, a play on events that occur in the Mahabharata.

• Balkrishnbuva Ichalkaranjikar popularised classical music in the later part of the 19th century.
• Sangeet Shakuntal was written by Annasaheb Kirloskar, and was one of the popular productions of the company.
• Sharada, written by Govind Ballal Deval, is also a well known musical. It gained popularity for its humorous take on the custom of young girls being forced to marry older men.
• And finally, Khadilkar did in fact write Keechakvadh, a play on events that occur in the Mahabharata.