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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 Indian rock song became an anthem for the anti-corruption movement in India?

  1. Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. Jana Gana Mana

  4. Saare Jahan Se Achcha
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu' by Indian Ocean became an anthem for the anti-corruption movement in India, resonating with the public's frustration and demand for accountability.

Multiple choice

Which Indian rock song became a symbol of hope and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic?

  1. Zindagi Ek Safar Hai Suhana

  2. Hum Honge Kamyab

  3. We Shall Overcome

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

The song 'Hum Honge Kamyab' by Indian Ocean became a symbol of hope and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, resonating with people's determination to overcome adversity and emerge stronger.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a contemporary folk musician from the Indian subcontinent?

  1. Pandit Ravi Shankar

  2. Ustad Zakir Hussain

  3. Shubha Mudgal

  4. A.R. Rahman
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D Correct answer
Explanation

A.R. Rahman is a film composer, not a folk musician.

Multiple choice

Who is known as the 'Nightingale of India' and has lent her voice to numerous Bollywood songs?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Shreya Ghoshal

  4. Sunidhi Chauhan
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Explanation

Lata Mangeshkar is widely regarded as the 'Nightingale of India' and has sung over 30,000 songs in various languages, including Hindi.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film is known for its iconic song 'Ek Do Teen', featuring Madhuri Dixit?

  1. Tezaab

  2. Ram Lakhan

  3. Khalnayak

  4. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'Ek Do Teen' is a popular song from the 1988 film 'Tezaab', featuring Madhuri Dixit's energetic dance performance.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya', where Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora dance atop a moving train?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Dil To Pagal Hai
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D Correct answer
Explanation

'Chaiyya Chaiyya' is a popular song from the 1997 film 'Dil To Pagal Hai', featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora's iconic dance sequence on a moving train.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Bole Chudiyan', where Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini dance in a mustard field?

  1. Silsila

  2. Sholay

  3. Deewaar

  4. Zanjeer
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'Bole Chudiyan' is a popular song from the 1981 film 'Silsila', featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini's romantic dance in a mustard field.

Multiple choice

Which music director is known for his innovative and experimental compositions in Bollywood films, such as 'Lagaan' and 'Rang De Basanti'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Vishal-Shekhar

  3. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy

  4. Amit Trivedi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A.R. Rahman is a renowned music director known for his unique and innovative compositions in Bollywood films, including 'Lagaan' and 'Rang De Basanti'.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Tamma Tamma', where Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt dance in a colorful Holi celebration?

  1. Tezaab

  2. Khalnayak

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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B Correct answer
Explanation

'Tamma Tamma' is a popular song from the 1993 film 'Khalnayak', featuring Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt's energetic dance during a Holi celebration.

Multiple choice

Who is known as the 'Disco King' of Bollywood and has delivered numerous hit dance numbers in the 1980s and 1990s?

  1. Kishore Kumar

  2. Mohammed Rafi

  3. Manna Dey

  4. Bappi Lahiri
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bappi Lahiri is known as the 'Disco King' of Bollywood and is famous for his energetic and catchy dance numbers in the 1980s and 1990s.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Kajra Re', where Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan dance in a sensual and romantic style?

  1. Bunty Aur Babli

  2. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

  3. Guru

  4. Dhoom 2
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Explanation

'Kajra Re' is a popular song from the 2005 film 'Bunty Aur Babli', featuring Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan's sensual and romantic dance.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Jai Ho', which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song?

  1. Slumdog Millionaire

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Taare Zameen Par
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'Jai Ho' from the film 'Slumdog Millionaire' won an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Multiple choice

Who is the music director behind the popular song 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' from the film of the same name?

  1. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Vishal-Shekhar

  4. Amit Trivedi
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Explanation

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the song 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' from the film of the same name.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood film features the song 'Sheila Ki Jawani', where Katrina Kaif delivers a sizzling dance performance?

  1. Tees Maar Khan

  2. Ra.One

  3. Agneepath

  4. Ek Tha Tiger
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'Sheila Ki Jawani' is a popular song from the film 'Tees Maar Khan', featuring Katrina Kaif's energetic and sensual dance performance.

Multiple choice

Which Indian pop singer gained international fame with the song 'Jai Ho' from the movie 'Slumdog Millionaire'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Sukhwinder Singh

  3. Shankar Mahadevan

  4. Hariharan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A.R. Rahman composed and sang the song 'Jai Ho' for the movie 'Slumdog Millionaire', which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009.