The Roots Of Baithak Gana

Baithak Gana has its roots from the North Indian styles of music. It is a mix of Bhojpuri folk songs with other Caribbean influences. In basic Baithak Gana there are three instruments (though there are other instruments that could be added to the ensemble),
harmonium, dholak and the dhantal. Baithak Gana is a form of music originating in Suriname by the Indian community.