Raga Description: Alhaiya Bilawal MCQs Quiz | Class 9
This quiz addresses the Class IX Hindustani Music Vocal (Code 034) syllabus, focusing on Unit 4. The topic details the Description of Raga Alhaiya Bilawal, covering its Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad, and Vadi-Samvadi characteristics. Complete the 10 multiple-choice questions below to test your understanding, then click submit to view your score, detailed educational notes, and download your result as a PDF.
About Raga Alhaiya Bilawal
Raga Alhaiya Bilawal is a prominent raga in Hindustani Classical Music. It is considered the most popular variety of the Bilawal Thaat. While it fundamentally employs Shuddha Swaras (natural notes), it is distinct due to the specific usage of Komal Nishad in the Avaroha (descending scale) in a vakra (crooked) phrase.
Key Characteristics Table
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Thaat | Bilawal |
| Jati | Shadav-Sampurna (6 notes in ascent, 7 in descent) |
| Vadi Swara | Dhaivat (Dha) |
| Samvadi Swara | Gandhar (Ga) |
| Time | Morning (First Prahar of the day) |
| Varjit Swara | Madhyam (Ma) is forbidden in Aaroha |
Aaroha, Avaroha, and Pakad
- Aaroha (Ascent): Sa, Ga Re Ga P, Dha Ni Sa’ (Note the absence of Ma).
- Avaroha (Descent): Sa’ Ni Dha P, Dha Ni(k) Dha P, Ma Ga M Re, Sa.
- Pakad (Catch Phrase): Ga P Dha Ni(k) Dha P, Ma Ga M Re, Ga P.
Important Points to Remember
1. Komal Nishad: The most unique feature of Alhaiya Bilawal is the use of Komal Ni (flat Ni) in the Avaroha, typically in the phrase “Dha Ni Dha Pa”. In all other instances, Shuddha Ni is used.
2. Mood: Being a morning raga, it evokes a mood of devotion, peace, and shringara (romance) combined with a refreshing awakening feel.
3. Distinction from Bilawal: Shuddha Bilawal uses only Shuddha notes. Alhaiya Bilawal is distinguished by the twisted usage of Komal Ni and the omission of Ma in the ascent.
Quick Practice Questions
- Which note is omitted in the Aaroha of Alhaiya Bilawal? (Answer: Madhyam)
- What is the Thaat of this Raga? (Answer: Bilawal)
- In which Prahar is this Raga sung? (Answer: First Prahar/Morning)
- Which note is Vadi? (Answer: Dha)
- Where is Komal Ni used? (Answer: In Avaroha)
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