General Awareness
Indian Music and Artists
2,860 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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All Izz Well
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Zooby Dooby
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Behti Hawa Sa
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Give me some
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Kooli No 1
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Super Police
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Gharshana
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Dharmachakram
B
Correct answer
Explanation
A.R. Rahman composed the music for the Telugu film Super Police (1999) starring Venkatesh. This was one of the rare Telugu films Rahman worked on during his career.
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Aga Bai Arreccha
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Khabardar
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Jabardast
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Uladhal
A
Correct answer
Explanation
This song is from the Marathi movie Aga Bai Arreccha (2004), starring Sachin Pilgaonkar and Supriya Pilgaonkar. The film was a commercial success and this particular song became popular for its catchy melody and lyrics.
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Sonali Kulkarni
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Kranti Redkar
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Amruta Khanvilkar
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Madhura Velankar
C
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Explanation
The song 'Mala jau dya na ghari ata vajle ki 12' is from the Marathi film industry and was picturised on Amruta Khanvilkar. This is a regional cinema fact that requires knowledge of Marathi films and their songs. The other options listed are also Marathi actresses but not associated with this particular song.
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Roop Kumar rathod
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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
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Sonu Nigam
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Suzane D'Mello
B,D
Correct answer
Explanation
Surili Ankhiyon Wale is sung by both Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Suzane D'Mello. It is a duet from the film Veer. Roop Kumar Rathod and Sonu Nigam are not the correct singers for this particular song.
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Salam Aaya
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Surili Ankhiyon wali
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Taali
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Meharbaniya
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Salam Aaya was the first promo song released from the movie Veer. It was launched ahead of other tracks to build anticipation. Surili Ankhiyon Wali, Taali, and Meharbaniya were not the first promo releases.
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Prasson Joshi
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Gulzar
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Javed Akhtar
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Sameer
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Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
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Vande Mataram
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Saare Jahan Se Achha
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Jana Gana Mana
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Jana Gana Mana, composed by Rabindranath Tagore, is India's national anthem. It was adopted in 1950. Vande Mataram is the national song, while Mile Sur Mera Tumhara and Saare Jahan Se Achha are popular patriotic songs but not official anthems.
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Vande Mataram
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Pappu Can't Dance
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Jana Gana Mana
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Saare Netaa Chor Hain
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Vande Mataram, written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, is India's national song. It's different from the national anthem Jana Gana Mana. The options C and D are incorrect - Pappu Can't Dance is a popular song reference, and Saare Netaa Chor Hain is not an official song.
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Usha Mangeshkar
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Suraiya
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Asha Bhonsle
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Lata Mangeshkar
D
Correct answer
Explanation
The iconic song 'Ajeeb Dastan Hai Yeh' from the film 'Dil Apna Aur Preet Parayi' (1960) was sung by Lata Mangeshkar. It became one of her most memorable songs and is considered a classic of Hindi cinema music.
D
Correct answer
Explanation
In the song 'Bham Bham Bole' from Telugu cinema, Chiranjeevi appears in 4 different dress costumes. This number of costume changes reflects the grand production value of the song sequence. Options A, B, and C (3, 5, 6) are incorrect counts of his costume variations.
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ILAYARAJA
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RAMESH NAIDU
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MM KEERAVANI
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KV MAHADEVAN
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Ramesh Naidu was the music director for the 1987 Telugu film 'Swayam Krushi' starring Chiranjeevi. The soundtrack was well-received and included popular songs.
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Kareena Kapoor
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Paravai Muniyamma
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Katrina Kaif
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Deepika Padukone
B
Correct answer
Explanation
The song 'Madhurai veeranthane' was sung by Paravai Muniyamma, a renowned Tamil folk singer. The other options listed are Bollywood actresses (Kareena Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone) who are not associated with this Tamil folk song.
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Eli Urumuthu
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Kaluthai Kathuthu
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Nari Oolaiyiduthu
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Puli Urumuthu
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Puli Urumuthu (Tiger Roars) is a song from the 2009 Tamil film Vettaikaran starring Vijay. The phrase plays on the title 'Vettaikaran' (Hunter). The other options are fabricated following the animal-verb pattern.
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Ilayaraja
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Raj-Koti
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Chakravarthi
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Bappi Lahari
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Bappi Lahiri composed the music for the Telugu film 'Gang Leader' (1991) starring Chiranjeevi. Lahiri was a renowned music director who worked across multiple Indian film industries. The other options listed are also music directors but were not associated with this specific film.