The correct answer is Karanataka.Pandit Bhimsen Gururaj Joshi: ?He was an Indian Vocalist from Karanataka, in the Hindustani Classical tradition.He was well known for his renditions of devotional music.He belongs to the Kirana Gharana tradition of Hindustani Classical Music.He was awarded the highest civilian award of India 'Bharat Ratna' in 2008Hindustani Classical Tradition?Hindustani Classical Tradition also Known as North Indian Classical Music or Shastriya Sangeet.The National anthem of India, Jana Gana Mana, is classified as Hindustani Classical Music.Additional Information NameProfessionAwardsPt. Hariprasad ChaaurasiaClassical flutistSangeet Natak Akademi Award for Hindustani MusicPt. RavishankarSitar PlayerPadma VibhushanPt. Shivkumar SharmaIndian musical ComposerSangeet Natak Akademi Award for Music- Instrumental (Santoor)