Question

Write an essay on the history of indian classical music.

Answer 1

Indian classical music is a genre of South Asian music.[1] It has two major traditions. The North Indian classical music tradition is called Hindustani, while the South Indian expression is called Carnatic.[2] These traditions were not distinct till about the 16th century. There on, during the turmoils of Islamic rule period of the Indian subcontinent, the traditions separated and evolved into distinct forms.[2] However, the two systems continue to have more common features than differences.[3]