👉 A mantrunk is a type of musical instrument that originated in India and is often used for playing classical Indian music. It consists of a stringed instrument made from a single piece of wood, called a "mantrun," which is usually 4-5 inches long and has a fingerboard or fretboard. The strings are tuned to the notes of various Hindu and Buddhist hymns, and each note is played using a different hand or foot. Mantrunks are often used in classical