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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

What is the Sarangi played with?

  1. A bow

  2. A plectrum

  3. Fingers

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

The Sarangi is played with a bow, which is drawn across the strings to produce sound. The bow is typically made of wood and horsehair.

Multiple choice

What is the traditional tuning of the Sarangi?

  1. C-G-D-A

  2. G-D-A-E

  3. D-A-E-G

  4. A-E-G-C
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The traditional tuning of the Sarangi is G-D-A-E, which is the same as the tuning of the violin.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Indian hardcore music instrument?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Dhol

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

Synthesizers are popular Indian hardcore music instruments used to create electronic sounds.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by striking a series of tuned metal plates?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Santoor is a traditional Indian musical instrument that consists of a series of tuned metal plates that are struck with mallets. It is known for its rich and resonant sound.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by plucking a series of strings?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Sitar is a traditional Indian musical instrument that consists of a series of strings that are plucked with a wire plectrum. It is known for its rich and melodious sound.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by bowing a series of strings?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Sarangi is a traditional Indian musical instrument that consists of a series of strings that are bowed with a horsehair bow. It is known for its rich and soulful sound.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by striking a pair of drums?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Tabla is a traditional Indian musical instrument that consists of a pair of drums that are played with the hands. It is known for its complex rhythms and intricate patterns.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by blowing air into a series of pipes?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Shehnai is a traditional Indian musical instrument that consists of a series of pipes that are blown into to produce sound. It is known for its distinctive, piercing sound.

Multiple choice

Which string instrument is commonly used in traditional Indian classical music and is known for its distinctive nasal sound?

  1. Sitar

  2. Sarod

  3. Tabla

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

The sitar is a string instrument with a long neck and a gourd-shaped body, commonly used in traditional Indian classical music.

Multiple choice

What is the main instrument used in Dhimsa dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

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

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Dhimsa dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Multiple choice

What is the main instrument used in Jarawa Dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

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

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Jarawa Dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Multiple choice

What is the main instrument used in Onge Dance?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

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

The Dhol is the main instrument used in Onge Dance, along with other instruments like the harmonium, cymbals, and flute.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a string instrument commonly used in folk music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

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

The sitar is a string instrument with a long neck and a gourd-shaped body. It is commonly used in Indian classical and folk music.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the double-headed drum commonly used in folk music?

  1. Tabla

  2. Dholak

  3. Mridangam

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

The dholak is a double-headed drum with a cylindrical body. It is commonly used in Indian folk and devotional music.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a percussion instrument made of clay?

  1. Ghatam

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

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

The ghatam is a percussion instrument made of clay. It is commonly used in Indian classical and folk music.