General Awareness
Indian Music and Artists
2,805 Questions
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
Which Indian pop song samples the sitar riff from the song "Kal Ho Naa Ho"?
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Mohabbatein
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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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The song "Mohabbatein" from the movie of the same name features a sitar riff that is sampled from the song "Kal Ho Naa Ho" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the violin melody from the song "Mohabbatein"?
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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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The song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name features a violin melody that is sampled from the song "Mohabbatein" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the tabla rhythm from the song "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai"?
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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Mohabbatein
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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The song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name features a tabla rhythm that is sampled from the song "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the flute melody from the song "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge"?
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Chura Liya Hai Tumne
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Tum Hi Ho
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Kabhi Kabhie
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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The song "Chura Liya Hai Tumne" from the movie "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" features a flute melody that is sampled from the song "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the sitar riff from the song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham"?
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Mohabbatein
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
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Correct answer
Explanation
The song "Mohabbatein" from the movie of the same name features a sitar riff that is sampled from the song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the violin melody from the song "Kal Ho Naa Ho"?
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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Mohabbatein
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name features a violin melody that is sampled from the song "Kal Ho Naa Ho" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the tabla rhythm from the song "Mohabbatein"?
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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
A
Correct answer
Explanation
The song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name features a tabla rhythm that is sampled from the song "Mohabbatein" from the movie of the same name.
Which Indian pop song samples the flute melody from the song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham"?
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Chura Liya Hai Tumne
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Tum Hi Ho
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Kabhi Kabhie
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Correct answer
Explanation
The song "Chura Liya Hai Tumne" from the movie "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" features a flute melody that is sampled from the song "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" from the movie of the same name.
Which of the following is the national anthem of India?
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Jana Gana Mana
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Vande Mataram
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Saare Jahan Se Achcha
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Hum Honge Kamyab
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Jana Gana Mana was adopted as the national anthem of India on January 24, 1950.
Who wrote the lyrics of Jana Gana Mana?
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Rabindranath Tagore
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Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
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Subramania Bharati
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Muhammad Iqbal
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Rabindranath Tagore wrote the lyrics of Jana Gana Mana in 1911.
Which Indian film has featured Jana Gana Mana in its soundtrack?
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Lagaan
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Chak De! India
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Dangal
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Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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Jana Gana Mana has been featured in the soundtracks of Lagaan, Chak De! India, Dangal, and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.
When did Indian Goa Trance music originate?
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Indian Goa Trance music originated in the 1980s, when Indian musicians began to experiment with electronic music and traditional Indian music.
Which Bollywood film featured the iconic song 'Dhoom Machale' and popularized the 'Dhoom' dance style?
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Dhoom
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Dhoom 2
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Dhoom 3
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Dhoom 4
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The song 'Dhoom Machale' from the film 'Dhoom' became a massive hit and introduced the 'Dhoom' dance style, which combines elements of hip-hop, breakdance, and traditional Indian dance.
Which Bollywood film featured the song 'Kajra Re' and showcased intricate belly dancing moves?
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Bunty Aur Babli
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Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
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Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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The song 'Kajra Re' from the film 'Bunty Aur Babli' featured Aishwarya Rai performing belly dancing moves, which became a highlight of the film.
Which Bollywood film featured the song 'Sheila Ki Jawani' and popularized the 'Sheila' dance style?
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Tees Maar Khan
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Dabangg
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Rowdy Rathore
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Wanted
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The song 'Sheila Ki Jawani' from the film 'Tees Maar Khan' became a massive hit and introduced the 'Sheila' dance style, which combines elements of hip-hop, belly dancing, and traditional Indian dance.