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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

What was the name of the 2025 protest song written by Iranian singer-songwriter Toomaj Salehi that led to his arrest and imprisonment?

  1. Baraye

  2. Salam Alaykum

  3. Vaghe Vagheha

  4. Yek Khabar Khoob
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Baraye (For) was a protest song written by Iranian singer-songwriter Toomaj Salehi in 2025. The song became an anthem for the Iranian protest movement, and it was shared widely on social media. Salehi was arrested and imprisoned for writing the song, but he was eventually released on bail.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Holi song sung in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Phaag

  2. Bhajan

  3. Qawwali

  4. Ghazal
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Phaag, a traditional folk song, is commonly sung during Holi celebrations in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh.

Multiple choice

Which studio album by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was released in 1990?

  1. Mustt Mustt

  2. Shahen-Shah

  3. Night Song

  4. Alif Allah Chambey Di Booti
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Mustt Mustt is the studio album by Pakistani qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, released in 1990.

Multiple choice

Which studio album by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was released in 1997?

  1. Muhabbat Karne Wale Kam Na Honge

  2. Shahen-Shah

  3. Mustt Mustt

  4. Alif Allah Chambey Di Booti
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Muhabbat Karne Wale Kam Na Honge is the studio album by Pakistani qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, released in 1997.

Multiple choice

Which studio album by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was released in 1995?

  1. Shahen-Shah

  2. Alif Allah Chambey Di Booti

  3. Mustt Mustt

  4. Muhabbat Karne Wale Kam Na Honge
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Shahen-Shah is the studio album by Pakistani qawwali singer Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, released in 1995.

Multiple choice

Who is considered to be the 'King of Melody' in Indian film music?

  1. R.D. Burman

  2. Laxmikant-Pyarelal

  3. Jatin-Lalit

  4. A.R. Rahman
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R.D. Burman, also known as 'Pancham Da', was a legendary Indian music director who is widely regarded as the 'King of Melody' in Indian film music. He composed music for over 300 films and is known for his catchy and foot-tapping tunes.

Multiple choice

Who is the music director behind the popular song 'Jai Ho' from the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Vishal-Shekhar

  3. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy

  4. Amit Trivedi
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A.R. Rahman is the music director behind the popular song 'Jai Ho' from the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'. The song won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009.

Multiple choice

Who is the music director behind the popular song 'Tum Hi Ho' from the film 'Aashiqui 2'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Vishal-Shekhar

  3. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy

  4. Mithoon
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Mithoon is the music director behind the popular song 'Tum Hi Ho' from the film 'Aashiqui 2'. The song became a huge hit and won numerous awards.

Multiple choice

Who is the music director behind the popular song 'Gerua' from the film 'Dilwale'?

  1. Pritam Chakraborty

  2. Shantanu Moitra

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Arijit Singh
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Pritam Chakraborty is the music director behind the popular song 'Gerua' from the film 'Dilwale'. The song became a huge hit and was widely appreciated for its catchy tune and romantic lyrics.

Multiple choice

Who is the music director behind the popular song 'Malhari' from the film 'Bajirao Mastani'?

  1. Shantanu Moitra

  2. Amit Trivedi

  3. Sachin-Jigar

  4. Sanjay Leela Bhansali
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Sanjay Leela Bhansali is the music director behind the popular song 'Malhari' from the film 'Bajirao Mastani'. The song became a huge hit and was widely appreciated for its energetic beats and powerful lyrics.

Multiple choice

Which film features a soundtrack that incorporates elements of traditional Indian classical music, creating a unique and culturally rich soundscape?

  1. Slumdog Millionaire

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Lagaan

  4. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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Slumdog Millionaire's soundtrack, composed by A.R. Rahman, seamlessly blends traditional Indian classical music with Western orchestral elements.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the iconic song 'Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo'?

  1. C. Ramchandra

  2. Naushad Ali

  3. S. D. Burman

  4. R. D. Burman
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C. Ramchandra composed the music for the patriotic song 'Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo', which was written by Kavi Pradeep.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the popular song 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' from the film '1942: A Love Story'?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. S. D. Burman

  3. Madan Mohan

  4. Naushad Ali
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R. D. Burman composed the music for the popular song 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' from the film '1942: A Love Story'.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the film 'Sholay'?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. S. D. Burman

  3. Madan Mohan

  4. Salil Chowdhury
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R. D. Burman composed the music for the iconic film 'Sholay'.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the film 'Pakeezah'?

  1. Naushad Ali

  2. C. Ramchandra

  3. S. D. Burman

  4. R. D. Burman
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Naushad Ali composed the music for the classic film 'Pakeezah'.