Tansen

Swami Haridas was Tansen's musical teacher who recognized his extraordinary talent in the forest.

Tansen was born near Gwalior in the village of Behat.

Emperor Akbar was the famous Mughal emperor who patronized Tansen.

Young Tansen had the unique skill of perfectly imitating the calls of birds and animals.

Tansen hid behind a tree and roared like a tiger to scare the disciples.

🏫 CBSEClass 6English·20 total questions

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Who was Tansen's musical teacher?

In which city was Tansen born?

Who was the famous Mughal emperor mentioned in the story?

What unique skill did young Tansen possess when he lived in the forest?

How did Tansen scare Swami Haridas's disciples in the forest?

What was the reaction of Swami Haridas when he discovered Tansen?

For how many years did Tansen learn music from Swami Haridas?

Who introduced Tansen to Emperor Akbar?

What did Emperor Akbar often do when Tansen sang?

Why did other courtiers grow jealous of Tansen?