(Q) Who among the following is a Hindustani Classical Singer ?

A) Geeta Chandran
B) Leela Samson
C) Gangubai Hangal
D) Swapnasundari

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C) Gangubai Hangal

Explanation : Gangubai Hangal was an Indian classical singer from the Kirana Gharana, a traditional school of Hindustani classical music. She was born in 1913 in the state of Karnataka, India, and began her career as a musician in the 1930s. Gangubai Hangal was known for her soulful renditions of traditional Indian music, and was widely regarded as one of the foremost classical vocalists of her time. She was honored with several awards for her contributions to Indian music, including the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan, two of the highest civilian awards in India. She passed away in 2009 at the age of 96.