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

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Rajendra

  2. Johny Walker

  3. Shyama

  4. Guru Dutt

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

This song is from the film 'Aar-Paar' (1954), where Guru Dutt was the male lead and Shakila was the actress. Shakila's songs in this film were picturised on Guru Dutt. The lyrics 'Ye lo main haari piyaa...' suggest a romantic duet sequence between the lead pair.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Suraiyaa

  2. Geeta Dutt

  3. Lata Mangeshkar

  4. Shamshad Begam

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This song 'Jata Kahan Hai Deewane' from the film 'C.I.D.' (1956) was sung by Geeta Dutt. The song has her distinctive vocal style - emotive, slightly deeper than Lata's, with a romantic, seductive quality that was Geeta Dutt's trademark. The lyrics suggest a lover's plea.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Geeta Dutt

  2. Lata Mangeshkar

  3. Geeta Bali

  4. Suraiyaa

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This song 'Patli Kamar Hai' from the film 'Aar-Paar' (1954) was sung by Lata Mangeshkar. The song showcases Lata's melodious, high-pitched voice singing romantic lyrics about feminine beauty. Lata was the predominant playback singer for such romantic numbers in the 1950s.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Shakeela / Nargis

  2. Lata / Nargis

  3. Suraiyaa/ Nargis

  4. Geeta dutt / Shakeela

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

This song 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat' is from the film 'Chandni Chowk' (1957). It was sung by Lata Mangeshkar and picturised on Nargis. The song celebrates a wedding procession, with lyrics describing the festive arrival of the groom's procession, and was filmed on Nargis dancing joyously.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Nanda

  2. Waheeda Rahman

  3. Kalpana

  4. Nargis

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Apni To Har Aah Ek Toofan Hai' is from the 1961 film 'Roop Teri Mastana', picturized on Waheeda Rahman and sung by Dev Anand on screen. Waheeda Rahman was a leading actress of the 1960s and frequently starred opposite Dev Anand.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Nutan

  2. Madhubala

  3. Nanda

  4. Nargis

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The song 'Aayega Aayega Aanewala' is from the 1949 film 'Mahal', picturised on Madhubala. This haunting, suspenseful song became one of her most iconic performances and established her as a star. The film was a breakthrough for both Madhubala and singer Lata Mangeshkar.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Lucky Ali

  2. Paresh & Naresh

  3. Kailash Kher

  4. Atif Aslam

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Tera Hone Laga Hoon from Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani (2009) was sung by Atif Aslam, one of his most popular Bollywood tracks. The song became a massive hit and showcased Atif's signature romantic style. Lucky Ali, Paresh & Naresh, and Kailash Kher are all playback singers but not associated with this particular song.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Vishal Dadlani

  2. Sonu Nigam

  3. Mika Singh

  4. Shankar Mahadevan

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Zoobi Doobi from 3 Idiots (2009) was sung by Sonu Nigam, a versatile playback singer known for both romantic and peppy numbers. This playful song featured Sonu's energetic vocals perfectly matching the film's lighthearted mood. Vishal Dadlani is primarily a composer-singer, Mika Singh known for punjabi-pop, and Shankar Mahadevan for classical fusion.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Shaan

  2. KK

  3. Neeraj Shridhar

  4. Mohit Chauhan

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chand Sifarish from Fanaa (2006) was sung by Shaan, along with Kailash Kher. This melodious track became extremely popular and showcased Shaan's smooth romantic vocals. KK, Neeraj Shridhar, and Mohit Chauhan are all accomplished playback singers but not associated with this particular song from Fanaa.