Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Kayda, composition mainly comes under the Band Baaj.
Reason (R): Kayda is mainly used in the Delhi and Ajrada Gharanas.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

The Delhi Gharana is the birthplace of both the Band Baaj style and the Kayda composition framework. This historical link makes statement (R) the direct cause and explanation for statement (A).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The technical classification of Tabla playing styles distinguishes between Band Baaj (closed-finger style, which focuses on crisp, muted syllables) and Khula Baaj (open style, which utilizes resonant palm strokes derived from the Pakhawaj).

Step 1: Analyze Assertion (A).
Assertion (A) states that the structural composition known as Kayda belongs to the Band Baaj classification. A Kayda is characterized by its strict finger placement rules, precise stroke execution, and clear, rapid articulation, all of which are defining elements of the closed-finger style (Band Baaj). Therefore, Assertion (A) is true.

Step 2: Analyze Reason (R) and evaluate the connection.
Reason (R) states that the Kayda form is primarily utilized in the Delhi and Ajrada Gharanas. Historically, the Delhi Gharana pioneered the closed finger style (Band Baaj or Kinaar ka Baaj), using crisp stroke patterns on the edge of the drum, and created the Kayda system to expand their themes logically. The Ajrada Gharana later expanded on this style. Because the Kayda is a core feature of the Delhi and Ajrada repertoires, and these gharanas are the historical architects of the closed-finger style (Band Baaj), the reason directly explains why the Kayda is classified under the Band Baaj style. Thus, both statements are correct, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).