Raga Lakshana: Kalyani MCQs Quiz | Class 9
This Class IX Carnatic Music (Melodic Instrument) quiz covers Theory Unit 2 topics including the Arohana, Avarohana, and identity points of Raga Kalyani. Test your knowledge, view the score, and download the PDF answer sheet for offline revision.
About Raga Kalyani
Raga Kalyani is one of the most prominent and popular ragas in Carnatic music. It is the 65th Melakarta raga in the 72 Melakarta scheme and is known as Mechakalyani. It is a Sampurna raga, meaning it has all seven notes in both its ascent (Arohana) and descent (Avarohana).
Key Characteristics
- Melakarta Number: 65 (Mechakalyani).
- Type: Sampurna – Sampurna (Complete in both ascent and descent).
- Swaras Used: Shadja (S), Chatusruti Rishabha (R2), Antara Gandhara (G3), Prati Madhyama (M2), Panchama (P), Chatusruti Dhaivata (D2), and Kakali Nishada (N3).
- Identity: The use of Prati Madhyama (M2) distinguishes it from Shankarabharanam. It corresponds to the Lydian mode in Western music and Raga Yaman in Hindustani music.
Arohana and Avarohana
| Direction | Swara Sequence |
|---|---|
| Arohana | S R2 G3 M2 P D2 N3 S |
| Avarohana | S N3 D2 P M2 G3 R2 S |
Quick Revision Points
- It is an auspicious raga often sung in the evening, though it can be sung at all times due to its popularity.
- It allows for elaborate Alapana and fits all types of compositions (Varnams, Kritis, Tillanas).
- The note Prati Madhyama acts as a strong identity point, giving the raga a bright and pleasant mood.
Extra Practice Questions
- What is the Chakra number for Kalyani?
Answer: It belongs to the 11th Chakra (Rudra Chakra). - Which note is the Jiva Swara of Kalyani?
Answer: Gandhara, Nishada, and Rishabha are often highlighted, but it is a Rakti raga where all swaras shine. - Name a popular Geetham in Kalyani.
Answer: “Kamala Sulochana”. - What is the equivalent Hindustani raga?
Answer: Raga Yaman (or Yaman Kalyan). - Is Kalyani a Janaka or Janya raga?
Answer: It is a Janaka (parent) raga because it is a Melakarta (No. 65).
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