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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

Who sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag"?

  1. Sukhwinder Singh

  2. Arijit Singh

  3. Mohit Chauhan

  4. Mika Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sukhwinder Singh sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Krrish"?

  1. Koi Mil Gaya

  2. It's Magic

  3. Dil Na Diya

  4. Chori Chori
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Chori Chori" is not from the movie "Krrish".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "Sultan"?

  1. Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai

  2. Jag Ghoomeya

  3. Sultan

  4. 440 Volt
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Sultan" is from the Indian action film "Sultan".

Multiple choice

Who sang the song "Jai Ho" from the Indian action film "Slumdog Millionaire"?

  1. Sukhwinder Singh

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Mohit Chauhan

  4. Mika Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sukhwinder Singh sang the song "Jai Ho" from the Indian action film "Slumdog Millionaire".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Dangal"?

  1. Dhaakad

  2. Dangal

  3. Naina

  4. Hanikarak Bapu
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Hanikarak Bapu" is not from the movie "Dangal".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

M.M. Keeravani composed the music for the Indian action film "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "War"?

  1. Ghungroo

  2. Jai Jai Shiv Shankar

  3. Ek Toh Kum Zindagani

  4. Apna Time Aayega
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Apna Time Aayega" is from the Indian action film "War".

Multiple choice

Who sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag"?

  1. Sukhwinder Singh

  2. Arijit Singh

  3. Mohit Chauhan

  4. Mika Singh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Sukhwinder Singh sang the song "Zinda" from the Indian action film "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag".

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a popular song from the Indian action film "Krrish 3"?

  1. Dil Tu Hi Bata

  2. Krrish 3

  3. Raat Bhar

  4. God Allah Aur Bhagwan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The song "God Allah Aur Bhagwan" is not from the movie "Krrish 3".

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani"?

  1. Pritam

  2. A.R. Rahman

  3. Amit Trivedi

  4. Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy composed the music for the Indian action film "Bajirao Mastani".

Multiple choice

Which of the following songs is from the Indian action film "Sultan"?

  1. Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai

  2. Jag Ghoomeya

  3. Sultan

  4. 440 Volt
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The song "Sultan" is from the Indian action film "Sultan".

Multiple choice

In Indian weddings, what is the traditional name for the recessional song played as the couple leaves the ceremony?

  1. Mangalashtaka

  2. Vidaai Geet

  3. Sukanya Geet

  4. Vidai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Vidaai Geet, meaning 'Farewell Song', is the traditional recessional song played as the couple leaves the ceremony, symbolizing the bride's departure from her parental home.

Multiple choice

In Bengali weddings, what is the name of the recessional song that accompanies the bride's departure from her parental home?

  1. Bidai Geet

  2. Shubhodrishti

  3. Mangal Geet

  4. Biye Geet
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Bidai Geet, meaning 'Farewell Song', is the traditional recessional song performed during the bride's departure from her parental home in Bengali weddings, expressing emotions of joy, sorrow, and blessings.

Multiple choice

In Marathi weddings, what is the customary name for the recessional song marking the bride's farewell from her family?

  1. Palakhi Geet

  2. Mangalashtaka

  3. Vidaai Geet

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

Palakhi Geet, meaning 'Palankin Song', is the traditional recessional song performed during the bride's departure from her family's home in Marathi weddings, symbolizing her journey to her new life.