Answer with reference to the context
(a) Who is the speaker?
(b) What leads him to say so?
(c) Why was Bismillah Khan invited to USA?
Dear Student,
- The extract has been taken from the chapter 'The Sound of Music' from NCERT. It is not written by a specific author. So, the speaker can be determined.
- Bismillah Khan attained international fame for playing the shehnai expertly. In fact, it was due to him that shehnai gained popularity as an instrument. Therefore, he was showered with international accolades and awards.
- Bismillah Khan had attained widespread fame as shehnai player. Therefore, he was invited to the USA for performing at the prestigious Lincoln Central Hall.