About Purushottam Das
Lived 1907 – 1991 (aged 83). Purushottam Das was an Indian musician.
Purushottam Das (Born: 7 July 1907 – Died: 21 January 1991) was the pioneer of the Nathdwara school of Pakhawaj (a barrel-shaped, two-headed drum instrument usually played in the Indian subcontinent).
Awards Padma Shri in 1984
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Who was Purushottam Das?
Indian musician (1907–1991)
When was Purushottam Das born?
Purushottam Das was born on 7 July 1907 in Nathdwara.
When did Purushottam Das die?
Purushottam Das died on 21 January 1991.
What was Purushottam Das's occupation?
Purushottam Das was a musician.
What nationality was Purushottam Das?
Purushottam Das was Indian.
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