Which highly regarded medieval work on music, titled 'Sangita Ratnakara', was composed by Sarangadeva during the 13th century in the Deccan? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which highly regarded medieval work on music, titled 'Sangita Ratnakara', was composed by Sarangadeva during the 13th century in the Deccan?
A. Chola Court text
B. Pandya Court text
C. Yadava Court text
D. Kakatiya Court text
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sarangadeva worked as an accountant at the court of the Yadava dynasty of Devagiri. His 'Sangita Ratnakara' is considered one of the core systematic texts on classical music.

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