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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

Who sang the popular song "Sheila Ki Jawani" from the 2010 film "Tees Maar Khan"?

  1. Sunidhi Chauhan

  2. Shreya Ghoshal

  3. Alisha Chinai

  4. Katrina Kaif
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sunidhi Chauhan sang the popular song "Sheila Ki Jawani" from the 2010 film "Tees Maar Khan".

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film from the 2000s featured the song "Tum Hi Ho"?

  1. Aashiqui 2

  2. Ek Villain

  3. Badlapur

  4. Hamari Adhuri Kahani
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Tum Hi Ho" is from the 2013 film "Aashiqui 2".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the 2015 film "Bajirao Mastani"?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy

  3. Himesh Reshammiya

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

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the 2015 film "Bajirao Mastani".

Multiple choice

Which song from the 2016 film "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" became a global hit?

  1. Channa Mereya

  2. Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Title Track)

  3. Bulleya

  4. The Breakup Song
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Channa Mereya" from the 2016 film "Ae Dil Hai Mushkil" became a global hit and is considered one of the most popular Bollywood songs of all time.

Multiple choice

Who sang the popular song "Kala Chashma" from the 2016 film "Baar Baar Dekho"?

  1. Sunidhi Chauhan

  2. Shreya Ghoshal

  3. Neha Kakkar

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

Badshah sang the popular song "Kala Chashma" from the 2016 film "Baar Baar Dekho".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the 2022 film "Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva"?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Pritam Chakraborty

  3. Amit Trivedi

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

Pritam Chakraborty composed the music for the 2022 film "Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva".

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music track gained international recognition for its social message?

  1. Mundian To Bach Ke

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Tunak Tunak Tun

  4. Rang De Basanti
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jai Ho, from the movie Slumdog Millionaire, became a global hit and was praised for its uplifting message of hope and resilience.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music track addresses the issue of caste discrimination?

  1. Beedi

  2. Chaiyya Chaiyya

  3. Dil Chahta Hai

  4. Rang De Basanti
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Beedi, from the movie Omkara, is a powerful song that speaks out against caste discrimination and promotes social equality.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music artist has been involved in initiatives to promote mental health awareness and support?

  1. Ritviz

  2. Nucleya

  3. Divine

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

Ritviz has been actively involved in mental health advocacy and has collaborated with organizations to raise awareness and provide support to those struggling with mental health issues.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music track became an anthem for the anti-corruption movement in India?

  1. Arziyan

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. Chak De! India

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

Rang De Basanti, from the movie of the same name, became a powerful symbol of protest and resistance against corruption and injustice.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music artist has used their music to raise awareness about the importance of education and literacy?

  1. Anoushka Shankar

  2. Raghu Dixit

  3. Shankar Mahadevan

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

Raghu Dixit has been involved in several initiatives to promote education and literacy, and his music often carries messages of empowerment and social change.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music artist has been involved in efforts to promote peace and reconciliation between different communities?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. Shubha Mudgal

  4. Hariprasad Chaurasia
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A.R. Rahman has been actively involved in peace-building initiatives and has composed music that brings together artists from different backgrounds to promote harmony and understanding.

Multiple choice

Which Indian House Music track addresses the issue of violence against women?

  1. Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan

  2. Sheila Ki Jawani

  3. Munni Badnaam Hui

  4. Fevicol Se
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Correct answer
Explanation

None of the options provided are Indian House Music tracks that address the issue of violence against women.

Multiple choice

In his famous novel 'Anandamath', Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay introduced a powerful song that became a rallying cry for Indian nationalists. What was the name of this song?

  1. Vande Mataram

  2. Jana Gana Mana

  3. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  4. Ragupati Raghava Raja Ram
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's novel 'Anandamath' featured the song 'Vande Mataram', which became a symbol of Indian nationalism and was later adopted as one of India's national songs.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous patriotic poem written by Subramania Bharati, expressing his love and devotion for India?

  1. Vande Mataram

  2. Jana Gana Mana

  3. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  4. En Uyirinum Mel Aagum
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Subramania Bharati's poem 'En Uyirinum Mel Aagum' is a powerful expression of his love and devotion for India, emphasizing the nation's greatness and the sacrifices made for its freedom.