Modern Indian Languages in Media

Description: This quiz evaluates your knowledge of the usage of modern Indian languages in various media platforms.
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Which modern Indian language is widely used in the Bollywood film industry?

  1. Hindi

  2. Tamil

  3. Telugu

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the most commonly used language in Bollywood films, which is the largest film industry in India.

Which regional language film industry in India is known for its unique style of storytelling and music?

  1. Tollywood

  2. Kollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Bollywood


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tollywood, the Telugu film industry, is renowned for its distinct storytelling and music, which often incorporates traditional elements.

Which modern Indian language is predominantly used in the state of West Bengal and is known for its rich literary tradition?

  1. Bengali

  2. Marathi

  3. Gujarati

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bengali is the primary language of West Bengal and is celebrated for its extensive literary heritage, including works by renowned authors like Rabindranath Tagore.

Which modern Indian language is widely spoken in the southern state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its ancient literature?

  1. Tamil

  2. Telugu

  3. Malayalam

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil is the official language of Tamil Nadu and is recognized for its ancient literary tradition, including works like the Sangam literature.

Which modern Indian language is commonly used in the state of Maharashtra and is known for its vibrant cultural heritage?

  1. Marathi

  2. Gujarati

  3. Kannada

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marathi is the primary language of Maharashtra and is celebrated for its vibrant cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and literature.

Which modern Indian language is widely spoken in the state of Karnataka and is known for its rich literary and cultural traditions?

  1. Kannada

  2. Telugu

  3. Malayalam

  4. Tamil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kannada is the official language of Karnataka and is recognized for its rich literary and cultural traditions, including classical literature and folk arts.

Which modern Indian language is predominantly used in the state of Kerala and is known for its unique script and literary tradition?

  1. Malayalam

  2. Tamil

  3. Telugu

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malayalam is the primary language of Kerala and is distinguished by its unique script and literary tradition, which includes works by renowned authors like Vaikom Muhammad Basheer.

Which modern Indian language is widely spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh and is known for its distinctive cuisine and cultural heritage?

  1. Telugu

  2. Tamil

  3. Kannada

  4. Marathi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Telugu is the official language of Andhra Pradesh and is celebrated for its unique cuisine and cultural heritage, including traditional dance forms like Kuchipudi.

Which modern Indian language is commonly used in the state of Gujarat and is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional arts?

  1. Gujarati

  2. Marathi

  3. Kannada

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarati is the primary language of Gujarat and is recognized for its rich cultural heritage, including traditional arts like Garba and Dandiya.

Which modern Indian language is predominantly used in the state of Odisha and is known for its unique script and literary tradition?

  1. Odia

  2. Bengali

  3. Assamese

  4. Manipuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odia is the official language of Odisha and is distinguished by its unique script and literary tradition, which includes works by renowned poets like Kalidasa.

Which modern Indian language is widely spoken in the state of Assam and is known for its diverse cultural heritage and traditional arts?

  1. Assamese

  2. Bengali

  3. Odia

  4. Manipuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Assamese is the primary language of Assam and is celebrated for its diverse cultural heritage, including traditional arts like Bihu dance and music.

Which modern Indian language is commonly used in the state of Manipur and is known for its unique script and rich cultural traditions?

  1. Manipuri

  2. Assamese

  3. Odia

  4. Bengali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Manipuri is the official language of Manipur and is distinguished by its unique script and rich cultural traditions, including traditional dance forms like Manipuri dance.

Which modern Indian language is predominantly used in the state of Punjab and is known for its vibrant cultural heritage and traditional arts?

  1. Punjabi

  2. Hindi

  3. Urdu

  4. Kashmiri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Punjabi is the primary language of Punjab and is celebrated for its vibrant cultural heritage, including traditional arts like Bhangra and Gidda.

Which modern Indian language is widely spoken in the state of Jammu and Kashmir and is known for its unique script and literary tradition?

  1. Kashmiri

  2. Punjabi

  3. Urdu

  4. Hindi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kashmiri is the official language of Jammu and Kashmir and is distinguished by its unique script and literary tradition, which includes works by renowned poets like Habba Khatoon.

Which modern Indian language is commonly used in the state of Uttar Pradesh and is known for its rich cultural heritage and traditional arts?

  1. Hindi

  2. Urdu

  3. Punjabi

  4. Kashmiri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindi is the primary language of Uttar Pradesh and is celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, including traditional arts like Kathak dance and music.

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