Question

Which Swara is not used in raga Bhupali?
(A) Re
(B) Ma
(C) Pa
(D) Ni
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), and (B)
• B. (C), and (D)
• C. (A), and (D)
• D. (B), and (D)

Hint:

Memorizing the scales of major Audav (pentatonic) ragas like Bhupali (S R G P D), Malkauns (S g M d n), and Durga (S R M P D) is essential for exams. Knowing which two notes are omitted is the key to identifying them.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The question asks to identify the swaras (notes) that are omitted (varjit) in Raga Bhupali.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Raga Bhupali is a popular Audav Jati (pentatonic) raga. This means it uses only five notes in both its ascent (aroha) and descent (avaroha).
The scale of Raga Bhupali is:
- Aroha: S R G P D S'
- Avaroha: S' D P G R S
The seven standard swaras are Sa (S), Re (R), Ga (G), Ma (M), Pa (P), Dha (D), Ni (N).
By comparing the Bhupali scale to the full seven-note scale, we can see that Madhyam (Ma) and Nishad (Ni) are not used.
From the list given: (A) Re is used, (B) Ma is not used, (C) Pa is used, and (D) Ni is not used.
Therefore, the swaras not used are (B) Ma and (D) Ni.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct combination of swaras not used in Raga Bhupali is (B) and (D).