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The 10 pages that link to Śruti, each with the reason it gives.
RigvedaRelated: The Rigveda is treated as shruti and holds foundational scriptural authority.
VedasRelated: The Vedas are classified as śruti rather than as human-authored tradition.
Carnatic musicRelated: A stable pitch reference supports raga intonation and ensemble tuning.
AlapRelated: Alap can dwell on pitch shades that distinguish a raga’s intonation.
Smarta traditionRelated: The Vedas provide the tradition’s foundational scriptural authority.