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Indian Music and Instruments

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Indian music and instruments encompass a rich variety of traditional percussion, string, and wind tools used across regional cultures. This collection features questions on folk drums, devotional instruments, and classical accompaniments. It is a crucial Art and Culture topic for SSC, UPSC, and State PSC exams.

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Indian Music and Instruments Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common type of musical instrument made in India?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarod

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sitar, tabla, and sarod are all common types of musical instruments made in India.

Multiple choice

Which string instrument is known for its distinctive shape, with a rounded body and a long neck, and is often used in traditional Indian music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Sarod

  3. Tabla

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

The sitar, with its distinctive shape and sympathetic strings, is a prominent instrument in Hindustani classical music.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the drum?

  1. Damaru

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

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

The Damaru mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the middle finger, while the other fingers are extended.

Multiple choice

Which mudra is used to represent the cymbals?

  1. Tala

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

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

The Tala mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the index finger, while the other fingers are extended and spread apart.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the mudra that represents the flute?

  1. Venu

  2. Ardhachandra

  3. Tribhangi

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

The Venu mudra is formed by joining the tips of the thumb and the middle finger, while the other fingers are extended.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a common instrument used in Indian punk music?

  1. Electric guitar

  2. Bass guitar

  3. Drums

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Electric guitar, bass guitar, and drums are all common instruments used in Indian punk music.

Multiple choice

Which musical instrument is commonly used in Baul Music?

  1. Ektara

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

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

The Ektara is a one-stringed instrument commonly used in Baul Music.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the recitation of the Vedas?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Veena is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the recitation of the Vedas.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Tabla is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of kirtans?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Mridangam is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of kirtans.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of dhrupads?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Pakhawaj is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of dhrupads.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Tabla is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Tabla is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of bhajans.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of kirtans?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Veena

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

The Mridangam is a musical instrument that is used to accompany the singing of kirtans.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a prominent instrument commonly used in Indian trance music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Dhol

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

The tabla is a pair of hand drums that are widely used in Indian trance music to provide rhythmic accompaniment.