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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 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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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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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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'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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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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'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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'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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'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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'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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'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 Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of suicide?

  1. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  2. Tum Hi Ho

  3. Kabhi Kabhi

  4. Aankhon Mein Teri
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The song "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" by Indian hip hop artist Divine deals with the issue of suicide and the importance of living life to the fullest.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of drug addiction?

  1. Nashe Si Chadh Gayi

  2. Pani Da Rang

  3. Tum Hi Ho

  4. Kabhi Kabhi
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The song "Nashe Si Chadh Gayi" by Indian hip hop artist Raftaar deals with the issue of drug addiction and its consequences.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of domestic violence?

  1. Tum Hi Ho

  2. Kabhi Kabhi

  3. Aankhon Mein Teri

  4. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
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The song "Tum Hi Ho" by Indian hip hop artist Badshah deals with the issue of domestic violence and the importance of speaking out against it.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of PTSD?

  1. Pani Da Rang

  2. Nashe Si Chadh Gayi

  3. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  4. Tum Hi Ho
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The song "Pani Da Rang" by Indian hip hop artist Raftaar deals with the issue of PTSD and the struggles faced by those who have experienced trauma.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of anxiety?

  1. Kabhi Kabhi

  2. Aankhon Mein Teri

  3. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  4. Tum Hi Ho
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The song "Kabhi Kabhi" by Indian hip hop artist Raftaar deals with the issue of anxiety and the importance of seeking help if you are struggling with it.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip hop song deals with the issue of depression?

  1. Aankhon Mein Teri

  2. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  3. Tum Hi Ho

  4. Kabhi Kabhi
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The song "Aankhon Mein Teri" by Indian hip hop artist Badshah deals with the issue of depression and the importance of seeking help if you are struggling with it.