Question

2. He chose a pipe with a natural hollow stem that
was longer and broader than the pungi, and made
seven holes on the body of the pipe. When he
played on it, closing and opening some of these
holes, soft and melodious sounds were produced.
He played the instrument before royalty and everyone
was impressed. The instrument so different from
the pungi had to be given a new name.
Questions:
(a) Who is 'he' here?
(b) What changes did he make in the pungi? Why?
(c) What name was given to the new instrument?
(d) Why was this name given?​

Answer 1

Answer:

a) The barber

b) The changes he made to the pungi are:

a pipe with a natural hollow stem that was longer and broader than the pungi, and he made seven holes on the body of the pipe.

c) Shehnai

d) The name was given because it was played in the Shah's court and by a barber (nai)