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The primary instrument used in Pandavani folk performance is:

1. Tambura (or Ektara)
2. Sarangi
3. Veena
4. Santoor

Correct answer: Tambura (or Ektara)

Solution

Pandavani is traditionally performed with the tambura or ektara as the main accompanying instrument. It is a folk narrative form associated mainly with Chhattisgarh.

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