Folk Music of Punjab

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Which of the following is a popular folk song of Punjab?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhangra, Gidda, and Jhumar are all popular folk songs of Punjab.

What is the main instrument used in Bhangra music?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tumbi

  3. Sarangi

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dhol is a double-headed drum that is the main instrument used in Bhangra music.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of Punjab?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhangra, Gidda, and Jhumar are all traditional dances of Punjab.

What is the main theme of Gidda dance?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Harvest and celebration

  3. War and heroism

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gidda dance is traditionally performed by women and often depicts themes of love and romance.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of Punjab that is often sung during weddings?

  1. Boliyan

  2. Mahiye

  3. Kikli

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Boliyan, Mahiye, and Kikli are all popular folk songs of Punjab that are often sung during weddings.

What is the main instrument used in Gidda music?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tumbi

  3. Sarangi

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Tumbi is a small, double-headed drum that is the main instrument used in Gidda music.

Which of the following is a traditional musical instrument of Punjab?

  1. Algoza

  2. Chimta

  3. Dholki

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Algoza, Chimta, and Dholki are all traditional musical instruments of Punjab.

What is the main theme of Jhumar dance?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Harvest and celebration

  3. War and heroism

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jhumar dance is traditionally performed by women and often depicts themes of harvest and celebration.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of Punjab that is often sung during festivals?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhangra, Gidda, and Jhumar are all popular folk songs of Punjab that are often sung during festivals.

What is the main instrument used in Jhumar music?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tumbi

  3. Sarangi

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Sarangi is a bowed string instrument that is the main instrument used in Jhumar music.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of Punjab that is often performed by men?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is a traditional dance of Punjab that is often performed by men.

What is the main theme of Bhangra dance?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Harvest and celebration

  3. War and heroism

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhangra dance is traditionally performed by men and often depicts themes of harvest and celebration.

Which of the following is a popular folk song of Punjab that is often sung during religious ceremonies?

  1. Shabad

  2. Kirtan

  3. Ardas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shabad, Kirtan, and Ardas are all popular folk songs of Punjab that are often sung during religious ceremonies.

What is the main instrument used in Shabad music?

  1. Dhol

  2. Tumbi

  3. Sarangi

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tabla is a pair of drums that is the main instrument used in Shabad music.

Which of the following is a traditional dance of Punjab that is often performed by women?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Jhumar

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gidda is a traditional dance of Punjab that is often performed by women.

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