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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

Which Qawwali singer was banned from performing in India in 2016?

  1. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

  2. Abida Parveen

  3. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

  4. Aziz Mian
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was banned from performing in India due to his alleged involvement in a money laundering case.

Multiple choice

Which Qawwali singer was accused of plagiarism in 2019?

  1. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

  2. Abida Parveen

  3. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

  4. Aziz Mian
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was accused of plagiarizing a song by the Pakistani singer Ustad Amanat Ali Khan.

Multiple choice

Which Qawwali singer was accused of sexual harassment in 2023?

  1. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

  2. Abida Parveen

  3. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

  4. Aziz Mian
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was accused of sexual harassment by a female singer.

Multiple choice

Which Qawwali singer was banned from performing in Pakistan in 2025?

  1. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

  2. Abida Parveen

  3. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

  4. Aziz Mian
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was banned from performing in Pakistan due to his alleged involvement in a money laundering case.

Multiple choice

Which Qawwali singer was accused of plagiarism in 2027?

  1. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan

  2. Abida Parveen

  3. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

  4. Aziz Mian
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was accused of plagiarizing a song by the Pakistani singer Ustad Amanat Ali Khan.

Multiple choice

Which folk music form is known for its devotional songs, often accompanied by instruments like the 'harmonium' (a keyboard instrument) and 'tabla' (a pair of drums), and is popular in the northern parts of India?

  1. Qawwali

  2. Baul

  3. Lavani

  4. Bihu
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Explanation

Qawwali is a devotional music form that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is known for its soulful melodies, rhythmic beats, and use of instruments like the 'harmonium' and 'tabla'. Qawwali performances often involve call-and-response singing and are popular at Sufi shrines and gatherings.

Multiple choice

Which folk music form is known for its use of 'sarangi' (a bowed instrument) and 'tabla' (a pair of drums), and is often associated with the state of Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Qawwali

  2. Baul

  3. Thumri

  4. Lavani
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Thumri is a folk music form from the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its use of 'sarangi' (a bowed instrument) and 'tabla' (a pair of drums), and is often associated with courtesan culture. Thumri music is characterized by its emotional depth and expressive melodies.

Multiple choice

Which song is considered the national anthem of India?

  1. Vande Mataram

  2. Jana Gana Mana

  3. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  4. Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Jana Gana Mana, composed by Rabindranath Tagore, was adopted as the national anthem of India in 1950.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for the song 'Saare Jahan Se Achcha'?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Muhammad Iqbal

  3. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

  4. Subramania Bharati
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Muhammad Iqbal, a renowned poet and philosopher, wrote the lyrics for the song 'Saare Jahan Se Achcha'.

Multiple choice

Which patriotic song is often associated with the Indian independence movement?

  1. Vande Mataram

  2. Jana Gana Mana

  3. Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon

  4. Rang De Basanti
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Vande Mataram, composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, became a rallying cry during the Indian independence movement.

Multiple choice

Which patriotic song is often played during Republic Day celebrations in India?

  1. Jana Gana Mana

  2. Vande Mataram

  3. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  4. Rang De Basanti
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Jana Gana Mana is the national anthem of India and is played during official ceremonies and events, including Republic Day celebrations.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the song 'Rang De Basanti'?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Hridaynath Mangeshkar

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A.R. Rahman, a renowned music composer, created the music for the song 'Rang De Basanti'.

Multiple choice

Which patriotic song is known for its powerful lyrics about the sacrifices made by soldiers?

  1. Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon

  2. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  3. Vande Mataram

  4. Rang De Basanti
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Aye Mere Watan Ke Logon is a poignant song that pays tribute to the sacrifices made by soldiers and evokes a sense of national pride.

Multiple choice

Which patriotic song is often associated with the Indian National Congress?

  1. Jana Gana Mana

  2. Vande Mataram

  3. Saare Jahan Se Achcha

  4. Rang De Basanti
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Vande Mataram was closely associated with the Indian National Congress during the Indian independence movement.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for the song 'Jana Gana Mana'?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Muhammad Iqbal

  3. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

  4. Subramania Bharati
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel laureate and renowned poet, wrote the lyrics for the song 'Jana Gana Mana'.