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    In the Natya Shastra, compiled by Bharat Muni, musical instruments have been divided into four main categories on the basis of how sound is produced. In this regard which of the following is incorrect?

    A) The Tata Vadya - Wooden instruments

    B)  The Sushira Vadya - Wind instruments

    C)  The Avanaddha Vadya - Percussion instruments

    D)  The Ghana Vadya - Solid instruments which do not require tuning.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    In the Natya Shastra, compiled by Bharat Muni, musical instruments have been divided into four main categories on the basis of how sound is produced.
    (i) The Tata Vadya or Chordophones- Stringed instruments
    (ii) The Sushira Vadya or Aerophones- Wind instruments
    (iii) The Avanaddha Vadya or Membranophones- Percussion instruments
    (iv) The Ghana Vadya or Idiophones- Solid instruments which do not require tuning.


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