The Role of Music in Indian History

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What is the oldest known form of Indian music?

  1. Carnatic music

  2. Hindustani music

  3. Folk music

  4. Tribal music


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tribal music is the oldest known form of Indian music, with roots dating back to prehistoric times.

Which of the following is not a major genre of Indian classical music?

  1. Carnatic music

  2. Hindustani music

  3. Folk music

  4. Dhrupad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Folk music is not a major genre of Indian classical music, although it is a popular and widely enjoyed form of music in India.

Who is considered to be the father of Carnatic music?

  1. Thyagaraja

  2. Muthuswami Dikshitar

  3. Shyama Shastri

  4. Swati Tirunal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thyagaraja is considered to be the father of Carnatic music, a major genre of Indian classical music.

Which of the following is not a major raga in Hindustani music?

  1. Bhairavi

  2. Todi

  3. Marwa

  4. Folk raga


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Folk raga is not a major raga in Hindustani music, although there are many folk ragas that are popular in different regions of India.

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by plucking its strings?

  1. Sitar

  2. Sarod

  3. Tabla

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sitar is a traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by plucking its strings.

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian percussion instrument?

  1. Tabla

  2. Mridangam

  3. Dholak

  4. Drums


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Drums are not a traditional Indian percussion instrument, although they are used in some forms of Indian music.

What is the name of the traditional Indian dance form that is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork?

  1. Bharatanatyam

  2. Kathak

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is a traditional Indian dance form that is characterized by its graceful movements and intricate footwork.

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian folk dance?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Lavani

  4. Salsa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salsa is not a traditional Indian folk dance, although it is a popular dance form in many parts of the world.

What is the name of the traditional Indian music festival that is held annually in Chennai?

  1. Margazhi Festival

  2. Sadaarang Music Festival

  3. Dover Lane Music Conference

  4. Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Margazhi Festival is a traditional Indian music festival that is held annually in Chennai.

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian musical genre?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qawwali

  3. Bhajan

  4. Rock


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rock is not a traditional Indian musical genre, although it is a popular genre of music in many parts of the world.

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by striking its keys?

  1. Harmonium

  2. Piano

  3. Tabla

  4. Mridangam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harmonium is a traditional Indian musical instrument that is played by striking its keys.

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian musical instrument?

  1. Shehnai

  2. Sarangi

  3. Violin

  4. Guitar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Guitar is not a traditional Indian musical instrument, although it is a popular instrument in many parts of the world.

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical genre that is characterized by its devotional songs?

  1. Bhajan

  2. Kirtan

  3. Qawwali

  4. Ghazal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhajan is a traditional Indian musical genre that is characterized by its devotional songs.

Which of the following is not a traditional Indian musical instrument?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Mridangam

  4. Saxophone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Saxophone is not a traditional Indian musical instrument, although it is a popular instrument in many parts of the world.

What is the name of the traditional Indian musical genre that is characterized by its use of improvisation?

  1. Hindustani classical music

  2. Carnatic classical music

  3. Jazz

  4. Rock


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hindustani classical music is a traditional Indian musical genre that is characterized by its use of improvisation.

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