Select the raga with Suddha Rishabha
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- Kalyani
- Sreeranjani
- Mayamalavgaula
- Mohanam
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
The question asks to identify the Carnatic raga from the given options that uses 'Suddha Rishabha' (R1), which is the lowest of the three Rishabha variants.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Let's analyze the Rishabha (Re) swara used in each raga:
- Kalyani: This is the 65th Melakarta raga and uses Chatushruti Rishabham (R2).
- Sreeranjani: A janya of the 22nd Melakarta Kharaharapriya, it also uses Chatushruti Rishabham (R2).
- Mayamalavgaula: This is the 15th Melakarta raga. Its scale is S R1 G3 M1 P D1 N3 S'. It uses Suddha Rishabham (R1) and is the raga in which initial music lessons are taught in Carnatic music.
- Mohanam: A popular pentatonic raga, it uses Chatushruti Rishabham (R2).
Step 3: Final Answer:
Mayamalavgaula is the raga among the options that employs Suddha Rishabha (R1).
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