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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 musical instrument is predominantly used to accompany Chhau performances?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Dhol

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

The dhol is the primary musical instrument used to accompany Chhau performances.

Multiple choice

Which Indian musical instrument is known for its distinctive sound produced by striking a metal disc with a wooden mallet?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarod

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

Tabla is an Indian musical instrument known for its distinctive sound produced by striking a metal disc with a wooden mallet.

Multiple choice

Which Indian musical instrument is known for its distinctive sound produced by plucking a series of strings?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarod

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

Sitar is an Indian musical instrument known for its distinctive sound produced by plucking a series of strings.

Multiple choice

Which of the following instruments is commonly used in Manipuri dance?

  1. Pung

  2. Dhol

  3. Tabla

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

The pung is a cylindrical drum that is commonly used in Manipuri dance, and is played with the hands.

Multiple choice

Which of these instruments is commonly used in the tribal music of the Northeast region of India?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Flute

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

The Khol is a cylindrical drum made of animal hide and is played with two sticks. It is a popular instrument in the tribal music of the Northeast region, particularly among the Mizo and Naga tribes.

Multiple choice

Which of these instruments is commonly used in the tribal music of the Chenchu tribe of Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Dhol

  2. Shehnai

  3. Tabla

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

The Dhol is a large cylindrical drum played with two sticks. It is a popular instrument in the tribal music of the Chenchu tribe and is often used to accompany singing and dancing.

Multiple choice

The tribal music of the Bhil tribe of Rajasthan is often played on an instrument called:

  1. Sarangi

  2. Sitar

  3. Tabla

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

The Ravanhattha is a bowed string instrument with a distinctive shape resembling a bow. It is a popular instrument in the tribal music of the Bhil tribe and is often used to accompany singing and dancing.

Multiple choice

Which of these instruments is commonly used in the tribal music of the Oraon tribe of Jharkhand?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

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

The Kartal is a pair of wooden clappers played with the hands. It is a popular instrument in the tribal music of the Oraon tribe and is often used to accompany singing and dancing.

Multiple choice

The tribal music of the Koya tribe of Telangana is known for its unique instrument called:

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Flute

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

The Kommu is a bamboo mouth organ with multiple pipes. It is a popular instrument in the tribal music of the Koya tribe and is often used to accompany singing and dancing.

Multiple choice

Which musical instrument is commonly used to accompany Mohiniyattam performances?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Flute

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

The mridangam, a double-headed drum, is the primary percussion instrument used to accompany Mohiniyattam performances. It provides a rhythmic foundation and enhances the dancer's expressions.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Indian musical instrument?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

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

Sitar, Tabla, and Sarangi are all traditional Indian musical instruments. They are all used in a variety of Indian classical and folk music genres.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a common Carnatic music instrument?

  1. Veena

  2. Sitar

  3. Tabla

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

Veena is a prominent Carnatic music instrument, known for its long neck and intricate fretwork.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a common Carnatic music percussion instrument?

  1. Mridangam

  2. Tabla

  3. Dholak

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

Mridangam is a widely used Carnatic music percussion instrument, known for its distinctive barrel-shaped body and rhythmic patterns.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a common Carnatic music instrument used for rhythmic accompaniment?

  1. Veena

  2. Sitar

  3. Tabla

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

Ghatam is a Carnatic music instrument used for rhythmic accompaniment, known for its distinctive clay pot-shaped body and resonant sound.

Multiple choice

Which of these percussion instruments is known for its distinctive barrel-shaped body and is played with the hands?

  1. Tabla

  2. Mridangam

  3. Ghatam

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

The mridangam is a double-headed drum from South India, played by striking the drumheads with the hands.