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Indian Music and Artists

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Indian music and artists questions test knowledge of film music directors, prominent playback singers, and traditional musical forms. Topics cover Indi-pop culture, regional movie songs, and classical compositions. This section is crucial for static general awareness in competitive examinations.

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Indian Music and Artists Questions

Multiple choice

In the song 'Rang De Basanti' from the movie of the same name, which singer provides the female vocals?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Alka Yagnik

  4. Kavita Krishnamurthy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The female vocals in the song 'Rang De Basanti' from the movie of the same name are sung by the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Multiple choice

Which of these songs is a traditional melody that has been passed down through generations, often played at mother-son dances?

  1. Maa Tujhe Salaam

  2. Silsila

  3. Lukka Chuppi

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' is a traditional melody that has been passed down through generations and is often played at mother-son dances.

Multiple choice

In the song 'Silsila' from the movie of the same name, which singer lends his voice to the male vocals?

  1. Sonu Nigam

  2. Udit Narayan

  3. Kumar Sanu

  4. Arijit Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The male vocals in the song 'Silsila' from the movie of the same name are sung by the legendary singer Kumar Sanu.

Multiple choice

Which of these songs is a heartwarming melody that celebrates the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son?

  1. Maa

  2. Tu Hi Re

  3. Lukka Chuppi

  4. Silsila
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Maa' by Shreya Ghoshal is a heartwarming melody that celebrates the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Sholay"?

  1. Mehbooba Mehbooba

  2. Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge

  3. Holi Ke Din

  4. Jai Jai Shiv Shankar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Holi Ke Din" is not from the movie "Sholay".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Dangal"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Pritam composed the music for the Indian action film "Dangal".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "Baahubali"?

  1. Shivam

  2. Deva Deva

  3. Dheera Dheera

  4. Manohari
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Dheera Dheera" is from the Indian action film "Baahubali".

Multiple choice

Who sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag"?

  1. Sukhwinder Singh

  2. Arijit Singh

  3. Mohit Chauhan

  4. Mika Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sukhwinder Singh sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Krrish"?

  1. Koi Mil Gaya

  2. It's Magic

  3. Dil Na Diya

  4. Chori Chori
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Chori Chori" is not from the movie "Krrish".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "Sultan"?

  1. Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai

  2. Jag Ghoomeya

  3. Sultan

  4. 440 Volt
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Sultan" is from the Indian action film "Sultan".

Multiple choice

Who sang the song "Jai Ho" from the Indian action film "Slumdog Millionaire"?

  1. Sukhwinder Singh

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Mohit Chauhan

  4. Mika Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sukhwinder Singh sang the song "Jai Ho" from the Indian action film "Slumdog Millionaire".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Dangal"?

  1. Dhaakad

  2. Dangal

  3. Naina

  4. Hanikarak Bapu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Hanikarak Bapu" is not from the movie "Dangal".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

M.M. Keeravani composed the music for the Indian action film "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "War"?

  1. Ghungroo

  2. Jai Jai Shiv Shankar

  3. Ek Toh Kum Zindagani

  4. Apna Time Aayega
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Apna Time Aayega" is from the Indian action film "War".