A distinctive feature of Mizo traditional music is:

The correct answer is: a) Complex rhythmic patterns.

Mizo traditional music is characterized by its complex rhythmic patterns, which are often created by the use of drums and other percussion instruments. The melodies are also often quite complex, with a variety of different instruments playing different parts. The music is often used to accompany dances, and it can also be used to tell stories or to express emotions.

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

• b) Use of pentatonic scales. Pentatonic scales are scales that have five notes, and they are often used in traditional music from around the world. Mizo traditional music does use pentatonic scales, but this is not a distinctive feature of the music.
• c) Melancholic melodies. Mizo traditional music does sometimes have melancholic melodies, but this is not a distinctive feature of the music. The melodies can also be quite happy or lively.
• d) Call-and-response vocals. Call-and-response vocals are a feature of some traditional music, but they are not a distinctive feature of Mizo traditional music.