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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 iconic 1975 sports drama film features the song "Jai Jai Jai, Jai Jai Jai, Jai Jai Jai"?

  1. Sholay

  2. Deewaar

  3. Kabhi Kabhie

  4. Trishul
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Explanation

The song "Jai Jai Jai, Jai Jai Jai, Jai Jai Jai" is from the 1975 film Sholay, which is considered one of the greatest Indian films of all time.

Multiple choice

Which 1983 sports drama film features the song "Hawa Hawai"?

  1. Mr. India

  2. Coolie

  3. Himmatwala

  4. Mawaali
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Hawa Hawai" is from the 1983 film Mr. India, which starred Anil Kapoor and Sridevi.

Multiple choice

Which 1993 sports drama film features the song "Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga"?

  1. 1942: A Love Story

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga" is from the 1993 film 1942: A Love Story, which starred Anil Kapoor and Manisha Koirala.

Multiple choice

Which 2001 sports drama film features the song "Lagaan"?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Dil Chahta Hai

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Chak De! India
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Explanation

The song "Lagaan" is from the 2001 film Lagaan, which starred Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh.

Multiple choice

Which 2013 sports drama film features the song "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag"?

  1. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  2. Kai Po Che!

  3. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

  4. 2 States
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Explanation

The song "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag" is from the 2013 film Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, which starred Farhan Akhtar and Sonam Kapoor.

Multiple choice

Which 2016 sports drama film features the song "Sultan"?

  1. Sultan

  2. Dangal

  3. Tiger Zinda Hai

  4. War
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Explanation

The song "Sultan" is from the 2016 film Sultan, which starred Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma.

Multiple choice

Which 2018 sports drama film features the song "Dangal"?

  1. Dangal

  2. Secret Superstar

  3. Zero

  4. Thugs of Hindostan
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Explanation

The song "Dangal" is from the 2018 film Dangal, which starred Aamir Khan and Fatima Sana Shaikh.

Multiple choice

Which 2022 sports drama film features the song "Jalebi Bai"?

  1. Jalebi Bai

  2. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  3. RRR

  4. Brahmastra
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Explanation

The song "Jalebi Bai" is from the 2022 film Jalebi Bai, which starred Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan.

Multiple choice

Which 1996 sports drama film features the song "Ole Ole"?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. My Name Is Khan
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Explanation

The song "Ole Ole" is from the 1996 film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, which starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.

Multiple choice

Which 2004 sports drama film features the song "Chak De! India"?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Dil Chahta Hai

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Chak De! India
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Chak De! India" is from the 2004 film Chak De! India, which starred Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta.

Multiple choice

Which 2010 sports drama film features the song "Dhan Te Nan"?

  1. Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey

  2. Paan Singh Tomar

  3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  4. Mary Kom
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Explanation

The song "Dhan Te Nan" is from the 2010 film Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey, which starred Abhishek Bachchan and Deepika Padukone.

Multiple choice

Which 2014 sports drama film features the song "Mary Kom"?

  1. Mary Kom

  2. Highway

  3. Queen

  4. Tanu Weds Manu Returns
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Explanation

The song "Mary Kom" is from the 2014 film Mary Kom, which starred Priyanka Chopra and Darshan Kumar.

Multiple choice

Which 2016 sports drama film features the song "Sultan"?

  1. Sultan

  2. Dangal

  3. Tiger Zinda Hai

  4. War
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Explanation

The song "Sultan" is from the 2016 film Sultan, which starred Salman Khan and Anushka Sharma.

Multiple choice

Which Punjabi poet is known for his romantic and patriotic poetry?

  1. Waris Shah

  2. Bulleh Shah

  3. Shiv Kumar Batalvi

  4. Amrita Pritam
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiv Kumar Batalvi is known for his romantic and patriotic poetry, which often explores themes of love, loss, and the beauty of Punjab.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a famous Indian film composer?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Lata Mangeshkar

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. S.D. Burman
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Lata Mangeshkar is a famous Indian singer, not a film composer.