Question

Where did Bismillah Khan play the shehnai on 15 August 1947? Why was the

event historic?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Bismillah Khan played the shehnai on 15 August 1947 at Red Fort.

The event was historic as the audience including Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and Mahatma Gandhi were celebrating the Independence of India from the Britishers.

Khan was honoured to greet the independent Indians with his Raag Kafi. Jawaharlal Nehru address the audience with his speech Trust with Destiny.

Answer 2

On 15 August 1947 Bismillah Khan played the Shehnai from the red fort. It was a historic day as India gained Independence on that day. He become the first Indian to greet the nation with his shehnai & poured his heart out into 'Raag Kofi ' cherishing the freedom of the country.