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Which traditional Indian instrument is a plucked string instrument that forms the harmonic and rhythmic backbone of Hindustani classical music, usually played by women?

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Tabla

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The Tanpura is a long-necked lute drone instrument, fundamental for providing the tonic and dominant notes in classical Indian music.

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