One of the main challenges in studying Indian mathematics is the lack of written records. While there are some texts that contain mathematical information, many important mathematical ideas were passed down orally from generation to generation.

Indian music is characterized by the use of drones, microtones, and improvisation. Fixed melodies are not typically used in Indian music.

Svara-lipi is the term for the system of musical notation used in Indian classical music.

One of the main challenges in studying the history of Indian mathematics is the lack of written records. While there are some texts that contain mathematical information, many important mathematical ideas were passed down orally from generation to generation.

Hindustani classical music, Carnatic classical music, and Sufi music are all types of Indian classical music. Folk music is not a type of Indian classical music.

Tanpura is the term for the drone instrument used in Indian classical music.

Sitar, Tabla, and Mridanga are all types of Indian musical instruments. Guitar is not a type of Indian musical instrument.

Raga is the term for the system of musical scales used in Indian classical music.

Bharatanatyam, Kathakali, and Kuchipudi are all types of Indian classical dance. Ballet is not a type of Indian classical dance.

Tala is the term for the system of rhythmic cycles used in Indian classical music.

Bhangra, Garba, and Lavani are all types of Indian folk dance. Kathak is not a type of Indian folk dance.

Mudra is the term for the system of hand gestures used in Indian classical dance.

Ghazal, Qawwali, and Baithak Gana are all types of Indian musical ensembles. Symphony Orchestra is not a type of Indian musical ensemble.

Nritta is the term for the system of dance movements used in Indian classical dance.

Khayal, Thumri, and Dadra are all types of Indian classical vocal music. Opera is not a type of Indian classical vocal music.