Who among the following is a Hindustani classical singer?
- AGeeta Chandran
- BLeela Samson
- CGangubai HangalCorrect
- DSwapnasundari
Explanation
Gangubai Hangal was a renowned Indian singer of the Khyal genre of Hindustani classical music. She belonged to the Kirana Gharana and was known for her powerful and deep voice.
The other options are famous for classical dance, not singing: Geeta Chandran is a Bharatanatyam dancer. Leela Samson is a Bharatanatyam dancer. Swapnasundari is a Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam dancer.
Therefore, Gangubai Hangal is the only Hindustani classical singer among the choices.
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