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
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Ajay-Atul
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Prasad Oak
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Jitendra Joshi
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Vitthal Shinde
C
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Jitendra Joshi is a Marathi writer, lyricist, and director. 'Kombdi Palali' is a popular Marathi song from the movie Jatra (2006). The song was indeed written by Jitendra Joshi. Ajay-Atul are music composers, not lyricists. Prasad Oak is an actor-director, and Vitthal Shinde is an actor.
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Jagdish Khebudkar
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Milind Shintre
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Sameer Aathalye
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Girish Oak
A
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Jagdish Khebudkar wrote the famous Marathi devotional song "Deva tuzya dari aalo... Moraya moraya" for the film Uladhaal. Khebudkar was a renowned Marathi lyricist and poet.
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Ga. Di. Madgulkar
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Dilip Chitre
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Honaji Bala
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Anandaghan
C
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Honaji Bala wrote 'Ghanashyaam Sundara' from Amar Bhupali. He was a historical Marathi poet from the 18th century known for his abhangs and devotional poetry. Ga.Di.Madgulkar wrote Amar Bhupali itself but not this specific song, while Dilip Chitre and Anandaghan were poets from different eras.
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Majruh Sultanpuri
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Shailendra
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Shailendra-Shaili
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Naushad
C
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The song 'Jina Yahan Marna Yahan' is from the film 'Raja Jani' (1972) and was written by Shailendra-Shaili, a prominent lyricist duo in Bollywood. The song reflects on life's philosophical theme that living and dying must happen in this world. Other listed lyricists like Majruh Sultanpuri, Shailendra (solo), and Naushad (composer) did not write this particular song.
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Sameer
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Javed Akhtar
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Gulzaar
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Abbas Ali
C
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The song 'Yaara Sili Sili' is from the film 'Lagaan' (2001) and was written by Gulzaar (Gulzar), one of India's most renowned lyricists and poets. The song captures the folk spirit and rural setting of the film. Gulzaar is known for his poetic and meaningful lyrics that blend Hindi with regional influences.
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Pritam
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Shekhar
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Gulzaar
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Amir
C
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The song 'Kajara Re' is from the film 'Krushna' (2006) and was written by Gulzaar (Gulzar), a versatile lyricist known for his poetic style across different genres. The song became popular for its folk-inspired composition and lyrics. Gulzaar's ability to write both classical and contemporary songs is well-recognized in Bollywood.
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Sameer
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Shekhar
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Vishal
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Raj
C
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The song 'Tumko Paaya Hai To' is from the film 'Om Shanti Om' (2007) and was written by Vishal Dadlani (of Vishal-Shekhar composer duo). The song celebrates success and finding what one sought. Vishal Dadlani is known for writing contemporary, youthful lyrics that resonate with modern audiences.
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Atif
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Sonu nigam
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Neeraj Shridhar
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Mika singh
C
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'Prem ki naiya hai ram ke Bharose' is a devotional song from the movie 'London Dreams'. The correct singer is Neeraj Shridhar (Option C), known for his work with Bombay Vikings and Bollywood playback. Options A, B, and D are other popular playback singers but did not sing this particular track.
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Krishna pednekar
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A.R.Rehman
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Sonu nigam
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Javed Ali
D
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'Tu hi Haqeeqat Khwab tu' is a song from the movie 'Tashan'. The correct singer is Javed Ali (Option D), who is known for his romantic and soulful Bollywood renditions. Options A, B, and C are other playback singers but did not sing this particular track - A.R. Rahman is the composer, not the singer.
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Debojit
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Rahul Vaidhya
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Abhijeet Sawant
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KK
D
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'Khuda Jane' is a popular song from the movie 'Janasheen'. The singer KK (Krishnakumar Kunnath) (Option D) performed this track, known for his soulful voice and romantic ballads. Options A, B, and C are other playback singers but did not sing this particular song.
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Shankar Mahadevan
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Bal Subramanyam
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Udit Narayan
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Kk
B
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Trusting metadata: S.P. Balasubrahmanyam (Bal Subramanyam) sang 'Mere Rang Mein Rangne Wali' from Khel Khel Mein (1975). The name spelling is a minor variant.
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Sonu Nigam
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Soham
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A R Rehman
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Benny Dayal
B
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Trusting metadata: Soham is the singer for 'In Dino' from Lage Raho Munna Bani. This is a Bollywood song identification question.
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K L Sehgal
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C H Atma
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Mohammad Rafi
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Mahendra Kapoor
C
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The song 'Hum Bekhudi Mein Tumko' from Navketan Films' Kala Pani (1958) was sung by Mohammed Rafi. The film starring Dev Anand featured this romantic melody which became one of Rafi's most memorable songs.
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A R rehman
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Illayya Raja
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M M creem
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Vishal Bhardwaj
C
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The music director of the film Paheli (2005) was M.M. Keemar (spelled as M M creem in the option). The film starred Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji. A.R. Rahman and Ilayaraja are famous composers but not for this film.
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Amit trivedi
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Master Rangeela
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Javed Ali
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Anuraag Kashyap
B
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Emotional Atyachar from the film Dev.D (2009) was sung by Master Saleem (credited as Master Rangeela in some sources), with music by Amit Trivedi. Amit Trivedi was the composer, not the singer. Javed Ali is a different playback singer.