Tansen and Emperor Akbar Quiz

What was Tansen known for in the northern region of the Indian subcontinent?

• He was a famous painter.

• He was a skilled composer, musician, instrumentalist, and vocalist.

• He was a renowned dancer.

• He was a celebrated chef.

What effect did Tansen's singing have on Emperor Akbar?

• It made him feel angry.

• It made him feel bored.

• It brought him to tears.

• It made him laugh.

What was the name of the palace where Akbar lived?

• Red Fort

• Fatehpur Sikri

• Agra Fort

• Taj Mahal

How did the wild tiger react to the music played in the forest?

• It became aggressive.

• It ran away.

• It calmed down and seemed soothed.

• It fell asleep.

What instrument was Tansen playing when Emperor Akbar heard him in the Hall of Private Audience?

• A drum

• A flute

• A tanpura

• A sitar

What was the emperor's reaction when Tansen sang Deepak Raga in the court?

• He was displeased and left the court.

• He was deeply enchanted and remained stooped.

• He immediately dismissed Tansen.

• He fell ill and left the court.

What effect did singing Deepak Raga have on Tansen?

• It made him very joyful.

• It caused his body temperature to rise significantly.

• It made him dance.

• It had no effect on him.

Who sang Megh Raga to counter the effects of Deepak Raga sung by Tansen?

• The emperor Akbar.

• A guest in the court.

• Rupa.

• Another court musician.

What was the outcome after Rupa sang Megh Raga?

• The court caught fire.

• It started raining, cooling down the atmosphere.

• Tansen lost his voice.

• The emperor dismissed everyone.

Why did the other jewels of the Crown plot against Tansen?

• They were impressed by his talent.

• They wanted to sing in the court themselves.

• They were jealous of the attention Tansen received.

• They admired Tansen's singing.