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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

Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Indian National Congress in the 2014 general elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Indian National Congress in the 2014 general elections.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood song was used as the theme song for the 2011 anti-corruption movement in India?

  1. Arziyan

  2. Satyamev Jayate

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Chak De India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Arziyan' from the 2009 film 'Delhi-6' was used as the theme song for the 2011 anti-corruption movement in India.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2019 general elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Jai Ho' from the 2008 film 'Slumdog Millionaire' was used as the campaign song for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2019 general elections.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Aam Aadmi Party in the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Aam Aadmi Party in the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous Ghazal singer?

  1. Jagjit Singh

  2. Chitra Singh

  3. Pankaj Udhas

  4. Hariharan
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Explanation

Jagjit Singh is one of the most renowned Ghazal singers in India, known for his soulful renditions of classic Ghazals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous Ghazal written by Mirza Ghalib?

  1. Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai

  2. Aye Dil-e-Nadaan

  3. Mirza Ghalib Ki Ghazalen

  4. Diwan-e-Ghalib
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Explanation

Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai is one of the most famous Ghazals written by Mirza Ghalib, known for its poignant lyrics and beautiful imagery.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous Ghazal written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz?

  1. Gulon Mein Rang Bhare

  2. Subh-e-Azadi

  3. Hum Dekhenge

  4. Dast-e-Saba
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hum Dekhenge is a famous Ghazal written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz, known for its powerful lyrics and message of hope and resistance.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous Ghazal written by Daagh Dehlvi?

  1. Lagta Nahin Hai Dil Mera

  2. Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai

  3. Aye Dil-e-Nadaan

  4. Mirza Ghalib Ki Ghazalen
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Aye Dil-e-Nadaan is a famous Ghazal written by Daagh Dehlvi, known for its poignant lyrics and exploration of the themes of love and longing.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous Ghazal written by Josh Malihabadi?

  1. Gulon Mein Rang Bhare

  2. Subh-e-Azadi

  3. Hum Dekhenge

  4. Dast-e-Saba
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Dast-e-Saba is a famous Ghazal written by Josh Malihabadi, known for its beautiful imagery and exploration of the themes of love and longing.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a famous Indian film song that features dance?

  1. Dhoom Machale

  2. Kajra Re

  3. Chaiyya Chaiyya

  4. Gangnam Style
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Gangnam Style is not an Indian film song.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film featured the iconic song 'Dhoom Machale' and popularized the 'Dhoom' dance style?

  1. Dhoom

  2. Dhoom 2

  3. Dhoom 3

  4. War
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Explanation

The song 'Dhoom Machale' from the 2004 film 'Dhoom' became a massive hit and introduced the 'Dhoom' dance style, which combines elements of hip-hop and Bhangra.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the dance number 'Ek Do Teen' choreographed by Saroj Khan?

  1. Tezaab

  2. Ram Lakhan

  3. Tridev

  4. Mr. India
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Explanation

Saroj Khan choreographed the iconic dance number 'Ek Do Teen' from the 1988 film 'Tezaab', which featured Madhuri Dixit.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film is known for its dance sequence featuring the song 'Kajra Re' choreographed by Farah Khan?

  1. Bunty Aur Babli

  2. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

  3. Kal Ho Naa Ho

  4. Om Shanti Om
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Explanation

Farah Khan choreographed the dance sequence for the song 'Kajra Re' in the 2005 film 'Bunty Aur Babli', which featured Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the dance number 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' choreographed by Farah Khan?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Devdas
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Farah Khan choreographed the dance sequence for the song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' in the 1995 film 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', which featured Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the dance number 'Badtameez Dil' choreographed by Remo D'Souza?

  1. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

  2. Student of the Year

  3. ABCD

  4. Varun Dhawan
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Explanation

Remo D'Souza choreographed the dance sequence for the song 'Badtameez Dil' in the 2013 film 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', which featured Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone.