The nomenclature of Hindustani music has changed over the centuries. Since the medieval period dhrupad styles were identified as baanis

Q. The nomenclature of Hindustani music has changed over the centuries. Since the medieval period dhrupad styles were identified as baanis. Terms like gayaki and baaj were used to refer to vocal and instrumental styles, respectively. With the institutionalization of music education the term gharana became acceptable. Gharana originally referred to hereditary musicians from a particular lineage, including disciples and grand disciples.

Which one of the following pairings is NOT correct?

(A) dhrupad, baani

(B) gayaki, vocal

(C) baaj, institution

(D) gharana, lineage

Ans: baaj, institution

Explanation:

Dhrupad styles were identified as baanis. Therefore, Option A is correct Gayaki and baaj were used to refer to vocal. Therefore, Option B is correct  Gharana originally referred to hereditary musicians from a particular lineage. Therefore, Option D is correct. So, only Option C is not correct.