General Awareness

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 film features the iconic song 'Ek Do Teen' choreographed by Saroj Khan?

  1. Tezaab

  2. Mr. India

  3. Ram Lakhan

  4. Tridev
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Explanation

The iconic song 'Ek Do Teen' from the film Tezaab (1988) was choreographed by Saroj Khan. The song became a huge hit and is still popular today.

Multiple choice

Which film features the song 'Dhoom Machale' choreographed by Farah Khan?

  1. Dhoom

  2. Dhoom 2

  3. Dhoom 3

  4. War
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Explanation

The song 'Dhoom Machale' from the film Dhoom (2004) was choreographed by Farah Khan.

Multiple choice

Which film features the song 'Ghoomar' choreographed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali?

  1. Padmaavat

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela

  4. Black
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Explanation

The song 'Ghoomar' from the film Padmaavat (2018) was choreographed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

Multiple choice

Which film features the song 'Naatu Naatu' choreographed by Prem Rakshith?

  1. RRR

  2. K.G.F: Chapter 2

  3. Pushpa: The Rise

  4. Vikram
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Explanation

The song 'Naatu Naatu' from the film RRR (2022) was choreographed by Prem Rakshith.

Multiple choice

Which film features the song 'Besharam Rang' choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant?

  1. Pathaan

  2. War

  3. Dhoom 3

  4. Ek Tha Tiger
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Explanation

The song 'Besharam Rang' from the film Pathaan (2023) was choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant.

Multiple choice

Which film features the song 'Jhoome Jo Pathaan' choreographed by Bosco-Caesar?

  1. Pathaan

  2. War

  3. Dhoom 3

  4. Ek Tha Tiger
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Explanation

The song 'Jhoome Jo Pathaan' from the film Pathaan (2023) was choreographed by Bosco-Caesar.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Indian House Music song?

  1. Mundian To Bach Ke

  2. Disco Dancer

  3. Jai Ho

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Mundian To Bach Ke, released in 2002 by Panjabi MC, is a popular Indian House Music song.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Indian House Music TV show?

  1. Indian Idol

  2. Sa Re Ga Ma Pa

  3. The Voice India

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

None of the mentioned options are popular Indian House Music TV shows.

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. Hasrat-e-Dil Ko

  4. Mirza Ghalib Ki Ghazalen
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Explanation

Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai is a famous ghazal written by Mirza Ghalib. It is known for its poignant lyrics and exploration of themes such as love, loss, and longing.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Gulon Mein Rang Bhare

  2. Mujh Se Pehli Si Mohabbat

  3. Ye Dagh Dagh Ujala

  4. Faiz Ahmed Faiz Ki Ghazalen
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mujh Se Pehli Si Mohabbat is a famous ghazal written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz. It is known for its exploration of themes such as love, loss, and longing, and its poignant lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous ghazal written by Mir Taqi Mir?

  1. Ab Ke Hum Bichare

  2. Faani Yaad Rahegi

  3. Zindagi Kya Hai

  4. Mir Taqi Mir Ki Ghazalen
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Explanation

Ab Ke Hum Bichare is a famous ghazal written by Mir Taqi Mir. It is known for its poignant lyrics and exploration of themes such as love, loss, and longing.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a famous ghazal written by Ghalib?

  1. Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai

  2. Aye Dil-e-Nadaan

  3. Hasrat-e-Dil Ko

  4. Ghalib Ki Ghazalen
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Explanation

Dil-e-Nadan Tujhe Hua Kya Hai is a famous ghazal written by Ghalib. It is known for its poignant lyrics and exploration of themes such as love, loss, and longing.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional language used in Sikh Kirtan?

  1. Punjabi

  2. Hindi

  3. Sanskrit

  4. English
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Sikh Kirtan is typically performed in Punjabi, the native language of the Sikh community.

Multiple choice

Which Indian rapper openly came out as gay in 2020?

  1. Raja Kumari

  2. Divine

  3. Raftaar

  4. Prabh Deep
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Explanation

Raja Kumari, an Indian-American rapper, publicly came out as gay in an interview with Rolling Stone India in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which Indian hip-hop collective has been vocal about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion?

  1. SWAT

  2. Gully Gang

  3. 7 Bantaiz

  4. Azadi Records
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Explanation

Azadi Records, a hip-hop collective based in Mumbai, has been known for its outspoken support of LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion in the Indian music scene.