Musicians from this country employ a method of improvisation that translates to "music of imagination." A composer from this country known for songs called the “five gems” was a member of a “trinity” who introduced new melodic structures featuring instruments like the morsing. Performers from this country showcase broad talents during songs called RTPs. There are 35 theoretical possibilities of a rhythmic system from this country that consists of a series of downward (*) claps called strokes. Musical styles in this country use the solfege systems sa-ri-ga-ma and sa-re-ga-ma, as well as the rhythmic concept of tala. Tamburas act as drones in a style of music from this country that makes use of melodic modes for improvisation called ragas. For 10 points, name this country whose classical tradition is divided into Carnatic and Hindustani styles. ■END■
ANSWER: Republic of India [or Bhārat Gaṇarājya]
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