Which of the following is not a string instrument? 

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  1. Rawaj
  2. Jantar
  3. Alghoza
  4. Kamaicha

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Option 3 : Alghoza
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The correct answer is Alghoza.

Key Points

  • Alghoza:
    • It is the state instrument of Rajasthan.
    • It has a flute-like tube which has 4 holes.
    • It is a wind instrument.
    • The player produces sound by placing two algos simultaneously in the mouth.
    • This Meena is a favorite instrument of tribals and Bhils.
    • Major Artist – Ramnath Choudhary (Plays through nose)
    • It is used in the life story of Veer Tejaji, Raja of Diggipuri, Dhola Maru dance, Bhavai dance.
    • This is the family musical instrument of shepherds.

Additional Information

  • ​Folk Instruments of Rajasthan:
    • String instrument (Tat or Vitat instrument):-
      • Bhapang, Sarangi, Tandura (Chautara), Iktara, Jantar, Chikara, Ravana Hattha, Surinda, Kamaicha, Rawaj.
    • Wind instrument:-
      • Shehnai, Pungi, Alghoza, Bankia, Bhungal or Bheri, Mashak, Trumpet, Flute.
    • Avanaddha instruments:-
      • Dholak, dhol, nagara, bada nagara (bomb or tapak), tasha, naubat, dhaunsa, mandal, chang (dhap), daroon, khanjari, mridang.
    • Other musical instruments (drum instruments):-
      • Khadtal, Nad, Manjira, Morchang, Jhanj, Thali (bronze).
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