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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 which 2017 film did the Indian lounge music track "Kaabil Hoon" by A.R. Rahman gain popularity?

  1. Raees

  2. Dangal

  3. Jagga Jasoos

  4. Tubelight
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Explanation

The Indian lounge music track "Kaabil Hoon" by A.R. Rahman gained popularity in the 2017 film "Raees".

Multiple choice

In which 2019 film did the Indian lounge music track "Aankh Marey" by Neha Kakkar and Mika Singh gain popularity?

  1. Simmba

  2. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Gully Boy
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Explanation

The Indian lounge music track "Aankh Marey" by Neha Kakkar and Mika Singh gained popularity in the 2019 film "Simmba".

Multiple choice

Which legendary singer is known as the 'Nightingale of India' and has lent her voice to numerous regional Indian films?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Shreya Ghoshal

  4. Sunidhi Chauhan
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Explanation

Lata Mangeshkar is widely regarded as one of the greatest singers in Indian history. She has sung in over a thousand films in various regional languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, and Tamil.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1957 Tamil film 'Nadodi Mannan' is considered one of the greatest Tamil songs of all time?

  1. 'Kaatril Varum Geetham'

  2. 'Enna Solla Pogirai'

  3. 'Manmadha Leelai'

  4. 'Aasai Mugam'
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Explanation

'Kaatril Varum Geetham' is a timeless classic from the film 'Nadodi Mannan'. Composed by the legendary M.S. Viswanathan and sung by P. Susheela, this song is known for its soulful melody and poignant lyrics.

Multiple choice

Who is the acclaimed music director behind the popular Malayalam song 'Jimikki Kammal' from the 2017 film 'Velipadinte Pusthakam'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Harris Jayaraj

  3. Devi Sri Prasad

  4. Shaan Rahman
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Explanation

Shaan Rahman composed the hit song 'Jimikki Kammal', which became a viral sensation upon its release. The song's catchy tune and energetic beats made it a favorite among music lovers.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1966 Marathi film 'Pinjara' is considered a masterpiece of Marathi music and is often performed at cultural events?

  1. 'Ya Janmavar Ya'

  2. 'Kasa Kai Zala'

  3. 'Majha Majha'

  4. 'Tuza Mazha Jamena'
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Explanation

'Ya Janmavar Ya' is a timeless classic from the film 'Pinjara'. Composed by the legendary Vasant Desai and sung by Lata Mangeshkar, this song is known for its haunting melody and poignant lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1975 Kannada film 'Mayura' is considered one of the greatest Kannada songs of all time and is often played at weddings and cultural events?

  1. 'Kaadu Kudure'

  2. 'Hrudaya Haadithu'

  3. 'Baarisu Kannada Dimdimava'

  4. 'Ondu Muttina Haage'
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Explanation

'Ondu Muttina Haage' is a timeless classic from the film 'Mayura'. Composed by the legendary G.K. Venkatesh and sung by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, this song is known for its soulful melody and romantic lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1958 Odia film 'Sri Lokenath' is considered one of the greatest Odia songs of all time and is often played at religious and cultural events?

  1. 'Mo Mana Mora'

  2. 'Rangabati'

  3. 'Ahe Nila Saila'

  4. 'Emiti Bi Prema'
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Explanation

'Rangabati' is a timeless classic from the film 'Sri Lokenath'. Composed by the legendary Akshaya Mohanty and sung by Asima Bhattacharya, this song is known for its haunting melody and devotional lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1963 Rajasthani film 'Dhola Maru' is considered one of the greatest Rajasthani songs of all time and is often played at weddings and cultural events?

  1. 'Kesariya Balam'

  2. 'Morni Banke'

  3. 'Nimbooda'

  4. 'Chunar Ghoonghat'
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Explanation

'Kesariya Balam' is a timeless classic from the film 'Dhola Maru'. Composed by the legendary Kalyanji-Anandji and sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Mukesh, this song is known for its soulful melody and romantic lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which iconic song from the 1967 Gujarati film 'Kanku' is considered one of the greatest Gujarati songs of all time and is often played at weddings and cultural events?

  1. 'Hoon Tari Heer'

  2. 'Dholi Taro Dhol Baje'

  3. 'Rangilo Re'

  4. 'Aavjo Re Soni'
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Explanation

'Hoon Tari Heer' is a timeless classic from the film 'Kanku'. Composed by the legendary Avinash Vyas and sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Mukesh, this song is known for its soulful melody and romantic lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which dance academy was founded by Pandit Ravi Shankar?

  1. Sadhana Dance Academy

  2. Nrityangan Dance Academy

  3. Rabindra Bharati University

  4. Maihar Gharana
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Explanation

Pandit Ravi Shankar did not found any dance academy in Kolkata.

Multiple choice

Which dance academy was founded by Pandit Jasraj?

  1. Sadhana Dance Academy

  2. Nrityangan Dance Academy

  3. Rabindra Bharati University

  4. Mewati Gharana
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Explanation

Pandit Jasraj founded the Mewati Gharana in 1956.

Multiple choice

Which dance academy was founded by Ustad Vilayat Khan?

  1. Sadhana Dance Academy

  2. Nrityangan Dance Academy

  3. Rabindra Bharati University

  4. Imdadkhani Gharana
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Explanation

Ustad Vilayat Khan founded the Imdadkhani Gharana in 1956.

Multiple choice

Which dance academy was founded by Ustad Zakir Hussain?

  1. Sadhana Dance Academy

  2. Nrityangan Dance Academy

  3. Rabindra Bharati University

  4. Farukhabad Gharana
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Explanation

Ustad Zakir Hussain founded the Farukhabad Gharana in 1982.

Multiple choice

Which dance academy was founded by Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia?

  1. Sadhana Dance Academy

  2. Nrityangan Dance Academy

  3. Rabindra Bharati University

  4. Banaras Gharana
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Explanation

Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia founded the Banaras Gharana in 1986.