Folk Music of India
Description: Folk Music of India is a diverse and vibrant genre of music that reflects the cultural heritage and traditions of various regions across the country. This quiz will test your knowledge about the different forms of folk music, instruments, and artists associated with this rich musical tradition. | |
Number of Questions: 14 | |
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Which of the following is a popular folk music form from the state of Rajasthan?
Which folk dance is associated with the state of Punjab?
Which folk music form is known for its devotional songs and rhythmic beats, often accompanied by the 'dhol' (a type of drum)?
Which folk dance form is known for its graceful movements and elegant hand gestures, often performed to the accompaniment of 'tabla' (a pair of drums) and 'sitar' (a stringed instrument)?
Which folk music form is characterized by its use of 'ektara' (a one-stringed instrument) and 'dotara' (a two-stringed instrument), and is often associated with the Baul community of Bengal?
Which folk dance form is known for its energetic beats, synchronized movements, and colorful costumes, and is often performed during festivals and celebrations in Maharashtra?
Which folk music form is associated with the state of Gujarat and is characterized by its use of 'garba' (a clay pot) and 'dandiya' (a pair of wooden sticks), often performed during the Navratri festival?
Which folk music form is known for its soulful melodies, intricate rhythms, and use of instruments like the 'tabla' (a pair of drums), 'sitar' (a stringed instrument), and 'sarangi' (a bowed instrument)?
Which folk music form is characterized by its use of 'nadaswaram' (a wind instrument) and 'thavil' (a percussion instrument), and is often associated with temple festivals and processions in South India?
Which folk music form is known for its devotional songs, often accompanied by instruments like the 'harmonium' (a keyboard instrument) and 'tabla' (a pair of drums), and is popular in the northern parts of India?
Which folk music form is associated with the state of Odisha and is known for its use of 'mridanga' (a percussion instrument) and 'kartal' (a pair of cymbals), often performed during festivals and celebrations?
Which folk music form is known for its use of 'dholki' (a hand drum) and 'chimta' (a pair of tongs), and is often performed during weddings and other joyous occasions in North India?
Which folk music form is associated with the state of Rajasthan and is known for its use of 'chang' (a percussion instrument) and 'khartal' (a pair of wooden clappers), often performed by nomadic communities?
Which folk music form is known for its use of 'sarangi' (a bowed instrument) and 'tabla' (a pair of drums), and is often associated with the state of Uttar Pradesh?