The Saraswathi Veena is a revered South Indian string instrument, closely associated with the goddess Saraswathi, who embodies wisdom, music, and the arts. It features a large, hollow wooden body with a long, curved neck and 24 frets. The Veena typically has seven strings—four main playing strings and three drone strings. Played with a plectrum, it produces deep, resonant melodies and is central to Carnatic music, one of the two main classical music traditions in India. The Veena's sound is versatile, capable of expressing a range of emotions, making it a favorite in solo performances and devotional music.