Select the correct writing of Ektal according to Paluskar Notation:

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The correct option is 2:

This option is correct because it exclusively uses the characteristic symbols of the Pandit Vishnu Digambar Paluskar notation system to represent the divisions of the *Taal*. In Paluskar’s method, the first beat, or *Sam*, which marks the beginning of the rhythmic cycle and the main clap, is universally denoted by the number '1'. Subsequent clap sections (*Talis*) are indicated by the serial number of the clap, such as '2', '3', '4', and so on. The empty beat or wave (*Khali*) is represented by a circle with a zero inside, or simply '0'. Option 2 utilizes '1' for the *Sam* and '0' for a *Khali* (Dhin Dhin Dhage (1 0 2)...) and subsequent numerical values, which fundamentally aligns with the numerical nature of the Paluskar system for marking *Talis* and *Khalis*, distinguishing it from the Bhatkhande system's use of non-numerical symbols.

The incorrect options are 1, 3, and 4:
These options are incorrect primarily because they incorporate the symbols of the Pandit Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande notation system. The Bhatkhande notation system uses a cross symbol ('X' or '+') to denote the *Sam* or first clap, and a zero ('0') for *Khali*, but a non-numerical symbol for *Sam* is the key distinguishing feature. Option 1 uses 'X' as the symbol for *Sam*, which is the definitive indicator of the Bhatkhande style. Option 3 and Option 4 use '+' (an alternate Bhatkhande symbol for *Sam*) within their notation sequences, immediately contradicting the Paluskar convention of using '1' for the *Sam*. Option 3 is also internally inconsistent, as it mixes the Paluskar '1' and the Bhatkhande '+' in an attempt to represent the section markings, demonstrating a flawed understanding of the *Taal's* structure and notation rules. Option 4, besides using the '+' symbol, also features an incorrect breakdown of the *Bol* sequence, which does not match the established *Ektal* *Theka*.