Indian Folk Songs and Ballads

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Which of these is a popular folk song from Punjab, often sung during the harvest season?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Lavani

  3. Baul

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is a lively folk dance and music from Punjab, typically performed during festivals and celebrations.

In which state of India is the traditional folk song form of 'Lavani' primarily found?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lavani is a vibrant folk song and dance form originating from Maharashtra, known for its energetic performances and rhythmic beats.

Which folk song genre is characterized by its devotional and mystical themes, often sung by wandering minstrels in Bengal?

  1. Baul

  2. Qawwali

  3. Ghazal

  4. Bhajan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul is a genre of folk songs from Bengal, known for its spiritual and philosophical lyrics, often accompanied by simple melodies and instruments.

Which of these folk songs is associated with the Bihu festival of Assam, celebrating the harvest season?

  1. Bihu Geet

  2. Garba

  3. Dandiya Raas

  4. Bhangra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bihu Geet are traditional Assamese folk songs performed during the Bihu festival, expressing joy, gratitude, and celebration of the harvest.

Which region of India is known for its vibrant folk song tradition called 'Garba', often performed during the Navratri festival?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Punjab

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Garba is a popular folk dance and music from Gujarat, typically performed during the Navratri festival, characterized by circular dance formations and lively music.

Which folk song genre from Rajasthan is known for its epic tales of chivalry, valor, and romance?

  1. Qawwali

  2. Bhajan

  3. Ghazal

  4. Phad


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Phad is a traditional folk song genre from Rajasthan, known for its narrative style and elaborate painted scrolls depicting stories of heroes and legends.

Which folk song tradition from Tamil Nadu is characterized by its rhythmic beats, energetic dance moves, and colorful attire?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Karakattam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Karakattam is a folk dance and music form from Tamil Nadu, known for its energetic performances, rhythmic beats, and colorful attire, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

In which state of India is the folk song genre of 'Qawwali' primarily associated with Sufi devotional music?

  1. Punjab

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Qawwali is a genre of Sufi devotional music originating from Uttar Pradesh, characterized by its soulful melodies, rhythmic clapping, and passionate performances.

Which folk song tradition from Himachal Pradesh is known for its rhythmic beats, intricate dance moves, and colorful costumes?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Lavani

  3. Baul

  4. Nati


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nati is a traditional folk dance and music form from Himachal Pradesh, known for its rhythmic beats, intricate dance moves, and colorful costumes, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

Which folk song genre from West Bengal is characterized by its satirical and humorous lyrics, often performed during festivals and social gatherings?

  1. Baul

  2. Qawwali

  3. Ghazal

  4. Jatra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jatra is a traditional folk theater and music form from West Bengal, known for its satirical and humorous lyrics, often performed during festivals and social gatherings.

Which folk song tradition from Odisha is known for its rhythmic beats, energetic dance moves, and colorful attire, often performed during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Odissi

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Sambalpuri Nrutya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sambalpuri Nrutya is a traditional folk dance and music form from Odisha, known for its rhythmic beats, energetic dance moves, and colorful attire, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

Which folk song genre from Karnataka is known for its devotional and spiritual lyrics, often performed during religious ceremonies and festivals?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Bhajan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhajan is a genre of devotional folk songs from Karnataka, known for its spiritual lyrics and simple melodies, often performed during religious ceremonies and festivals.

Which folk song tradition from Andhra Pradesh is known for its rhythmic beats, intricate dance moves, and colorful costumes, often performed during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Kuchipudi

  2. Kathakali

  3. Bharatanatyam

  4. Perini Thandavam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Perini Thandavam is a traditional folk dance and music form from Andhra Pradesh, known for its rhythmic beats, intricate dance moves, and colorful costumes, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

Which folk song genre from Kerala is known for its rhythmic beats, energetic dance moves, and colorful attire, often performed during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Kuchipudi

  4. Thiruvathira Kali


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thiruvathira Kali is a traditional folk dance and music form from Kerala, known for its rhythmic beats, energetic dance moves, and colorful attire, often performed during festivals and celebrations.

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