Raga Lakshana: Bilahari MCQs Quiz | Class 9
This theory quiz covers Class IX Carnatic Music (Vocal) Code 031, Theory Unit III, specifically focusing on Raga Lakshana: Bilahari. The questions test your knowledge of Arohana, Avarohana, key phrases, and identity points. Click Submit to see your score and download the answer PDF.
Comprehensive Overview: Raga Bilahari
Raga Bilahari is a highly popular and auspicious raga in Carnatic Music. It is known for its bright and joyous quality, often evoking feelings of valour (Veera) and happiness. Below are the critical theoretical details required for Class 9 students.
1. Classification and Parent Scale
Bilahari is a Janya Raga derived from the 29th Melakarta, Dheerasankarabharanam.
- Arohana (Ascent): S R2 G3 P D2 S
- Avarohana (Descent): S N3 D2 P M1 G3 R2 S
Since the Arohana has 5 notes (Audava) and the Avarohana has all 7 notes (Sampurna), it is classified as an Audava-Sampurna raga.
2. Swaras (Notes) Used
The swaras present in this raga correspond to those of its parent, Shankarabharanam:
- Shadjam (S)
- Chatusruti Rishabham (R2)
- Antara Gandharam (G3)
- Suddha Madhyamam (M1) (Only in Avarohana)
- Panchamam (P)
- Chatusruti Dhaivatam (D2)
- Kakali Nishadam (N3) (Only in Avarohana)
Note: Madhyamam (M) and Nishadam (N) are omitted (Varja) in the Arohana.
3. Key Identity Points
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Time of Singing | Morning Raga |
| Rasa (Emotion) | Veera (Valour), Joy |
| Jiva Swaras | G (Gandharam) and P (Panchamam) |
| Special Phrases | G P D S, R G P D S, S N D P |
Quick Revision Summary
- It allows for elaborate Alapana and is suitable for fast-paced compositions.
- The phrase G P D S is a signature catchphrase of this raga.
- It is a Bhashanga raga in some traditions due to the occasional use of Kaisiki Nishada (N2), but for standard Class 9 theory, strictly following the Shankarabharanam scale (N3) is emphasized.
Extra Practice Questions
- Which two notes are missing in the ascent of Bilahari?
- Why is Bilahari called a morning raga?
- Write the Arohana and Avarohana of the parent Melakarta of Bilahari.
- Name one popular composition in Raga Bilahari.
- Is Bilahari a Vakra raga or a linear raga?
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