Question

Statement-I: Kovurī Pancharatnas are composed by Tyagaraja.
Statement-II: Vibhakti Kritis are composed by Tyagaraja.
Choose the correct option:

• A. Statement I \& II both are true.
• B. Statement I \& II both are false.
• C. Statement I is true but II is false.
• D. Statement I is false but II is true.

Hint:

Tyagaraja’s Kovurī Pancharatnas and Vibhakti Kritis both showcase his deep devotion and compositional brilliance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Statement I – True: Tyagaraja composed the Kovurī Pancharatnas, a set of five kritis dedicated to Lord Sundareswarar of Kovur, during his visit to the temple town. These compositions are revered for their melodic richness and lyrical devotion.
Statement II – True: Tyagaraja also composed the Vibhakti Kritis, a unique set of 8 compositions based on the eight Sanskrit vibhaktis (grammatical cases). These compositions are addressed to Lord Rama and reflect grammatical creativity and poetic expression.

Since both statements are historically accurate and musically documented, the correct option is (A).