SSC CGL 24 Aug 2021 Shift 2 Paper

Chinkara is a stringed instrument made of parchment, wood and steel. It is a local instrument found in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. It is majorly used by the 'Pradhan' community for vocal accompaniment to songs and dance sequences in Madhya Pradesh. Moreover, it is used by the 'Meo' community of Alwar district of Rajasthan for vocal accompaniment.