GK
INDIAS HERITAGE
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Akbar
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Shahjahan
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Bahadur Shah
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Jahangir
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Detailed explanation-1: -When Tansen was already a mature musician, he joined the court of the Mughal emperor Akbar, who was well known for his patronage of the arts. Tansen became one of the navratnas (“nine gems”), a collection of the most talented intellectuals and artists in the court. His skill was honoured with the title Mian (“Master”).
Detailed explanation-2: -He became famous for his musical abilities and studies. Mughal Emperor Akbar sent messengers to Raja Ramchandra Singh, requesting Tansen to join the musicians at the Mughal court. In 1562, about the age of 60, the Vaishnava musician Tansen joined the Akbar court. Tansen was a composer, musician and vocalist.
Detailed explanation-3: -The most famous among them was Tansen.