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Identify the ______ 56 number mela raga from the following:

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To find a Melakarta raga’s number, remember that Shanmukhapriya is 56 and is known for its use of prati madhyamam and vivadi swaras.
Updated On: Jan 14, 2026
  • Saveri
  • Keeravani
  • Shanmukhapriya
  • Todi
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The Melakarta system in Carnatic music features 72 parent ragas, each with a numerical designation. The 56th Melakarta raga is Shanmukhapriya. This raga is assigned the 56th position based on the Katapayadi formula for numbering.
Arohanam (ascending): S R2 G2 M2 P D1 N2 S
Avarohanam (descending): S N2 D1 P M2 G2 R2 S
Shanmukhapriya utilizes the prati madhyamam (M2) and is part of the 10th chakra, known as "Disi."
Explanation of Other Options:
(A) Saveri: This is a janya raga (derived), not a Melakarta.
(B) Keeravani: This is the 21st Melakarta raga.
(D) Todi: This is the 8th Melakarta raga.
Therefore, the correct option is (C).
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