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Q90 (NDA-II/2015) History & Culture › Culture, Literature, Religion & Philosophy › Indian classical music Answer Verified

The Senia tradition is:

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The Senia tradition, or Senia Gharana, is a prestigious musical lineage in Hindustani classical music that traces its origins back to Miyan Tansen, the legendary court musician of the Mughal Emperor Akbar [1]. The term 'Senia' is derived from Tansen's name, and the tradition was preserved by his descendants and disciples. This gharana is particularly noted for its deep roots in the Dhrupad style and its significant influence on instrumental music, especially the sitar and sarod. Musicians of this tradition emphasize the purity of notes, rigorous adherence to classical techniques, and meditative expressions through 'alap'. While Tansen was a central figure in Akbar's court, his legacy created a syncretic musical language that blended Persian and Indian elements, forming a foundation for various North Indian musical schools that continue to invoke his name as the ultimate authority [1].

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  1. [1] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 14: The Mughal Empire > Music and Dance > p. 218
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