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How many melakarta ragas are there in total?
How many melakarta ragas are there in total?
- 36
- 24
- 72 (correct)
- 100
How are the 72 melakarta ragas organized?
How are the 72 melakarta ragas organized?
- Into 8 chakras with 9 ragas each
- Into 9 chakras with 8 ragas each
- Into 12 chakras with 6 ragas each
- Into 6 chakras with 12 ragas each (correct)
What is the literal meaning of 'melakarta'?
What is the literal meaning of 'melakarta'?
- Originator of scales
- Primary creator
- Fundamental scale (correct)
- Complex structure
Flashcards
Total Melakarta Ragas
Total Melakarta Ragas
There are 72 melakarta ragas in total.
Organization of Melakarta Ragas
Organization of Melakarta Ragas
The 72 melakarta ragas are organized into 6 chakras, each containing 12 ragas.
Meaning of 'Melakarta'
Meaning of 'Melakarta'
The literal meaning of 'melakarta' is 'fundamental scale'.