Aroh - Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa' depicts which Ragas ?
(i) Durga
(ii) Des
(iii) Vrindavni Sarang
(iv) Bilawal

Question

Accepted Answer

Option 2, which includes the ragas Des and Vrindavni Sarang, is the correct answer for the aroh "Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa." Here's a detailed explanation supporting this choice:

1. **Explanation for Option 2 (Des and Vrindavni Sarang):**
   - **Des:** The raga Des is known for its characteristic use of the notes Sa, Re, Ma, Pa, and Ni in its ascending scale (aroh). This aligns with the given aroh "Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa." Des often employs these notes to create a specific melodic structure that is both pleasing and traditional in Indian classical music.
   - **Vrindavni Sarang:** Similarly, Vrindavni Sarang is another raga that uses the notes Sa, Re, Ma, Pa, and Ni in its aroh. This raga is known for its light and airy feel, often associated with the summer season. The use of these notes in the ascending scale is typical for Vrindavni Sarang, making it a suitable match for the given aroh.

2. **Explanation for why other options are incorrect:**
   - **Option 1 (Durga and Des):** Raga Durga typically uses the notes Sa, Re, Ma, Pa, and Dha in its aroh, not Ni. Therefore, it does not match the given aroh "Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa," making this option incorrect.
   - **Option 3 (Only Vrindavni Sarang):** While Vrindavni Sarang is indeed a correct match for the given aroh, this option excludes Des, which also fits the aroh. Therefore, this option is incomplete and incorrect.
   - **Option 4 (Des, Vrindavni Sarang, and Bilawal):** Raga Bilawal uses a different set of notes in its aroh, typically including Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, and Ni. The presence of Ga in Bilawal's aroh makes it incompatible with the given aroh "Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa," which does not include Ga. Thus, this option is incorrect.

In conclusion, Option 2 is the correct answer because both Des and Vrindavni Sarang accurately match the given aroh "Sa Re Ma Pa Ni Sa," while the other options do not fully align with the specified notes.