To start with let us note that sister ragas like Rageshri and Kaushik Dhwani do not have Pancham in their scales. I assume that perhaps earlier Pancham may not be a part of Bageshri scale but was later introduced by great musicians to enhance its beauty and increase the scope for additional melodic movements.
26. Can you explain the role of Pancham in raga Bageshri?
Can you explain the role of Pancham in raga Bageshri?