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Bollywood Music: Music and Politics

Description: This quiz tests your knowledge about the relationship between Bollywood music and politics.
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Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Indian National Congress in the 2014 general elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Indian National Congress in the 2014 general elections.

Which Bollywood film was banned in India due to its political content?

  1. Firaaq

  2. Black Friday

  3. Parzania

  4. The Kashmir Files


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2008 film 'Firaaq' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Which Bollywood actor has been actively involved in politics and has held various political positions?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Rajinikanth

  3. Kamal Haasan

  4. Dharmendra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitabh Bachchan has been actively involved in politics and has held various political positions, including Member of Parliament and Brand Ambassador for the Government of Gujarat.

Which Bollywood song was used as the theme song for the 2011 anti-corruption movement in India?

  1. Arziyan

  2. Satyamev Jayate

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Chak De India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The song 'Arziyan' from the 2009 film 'Delhi-6' was used as the theme song for the 2011 anti-corruption movement in India.

Which Bollywood film was criticized for its portrayal of the Indian Army?

  1. LOC Kargil

  2. Border

  3. Lakshya

  4. Uri: The Surgical Strike


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2003 film 'LOC Kargil' was criticized for its portrayal of the Indian Army and its alleged glorification of war.

Which Bollywood actor has been vocal about his political views and has often been criticized for his controversial statements?

  1. Akshay Kumar

  2. Aamir Khan

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Salman Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Akshay Kumar has been vocal about his political views and has often been criticized for his controversial statements, particularly his support for the Bharatiya Janata Party.

Which Bollywood film was banned in Pakistan due to its portrayal of the Pakistani military?

  1. Phantom

  2. Raazi

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. Ek Tha Tiger


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2015 film 'Phantom' was banned in Pakistan due to its portrayal of the Pakistani military and its alleged involvement in terrorism.

Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2019 general elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The song 'Jai Ho' from the 2008 film 'Slumdog Millionaire' was used as the campaign song for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2019 general elections.

Which Bollywood actor has been accused of having links to the underworld and has been involved in several controversies?

  1. Sanjay Dutt

  2. Salman Khan

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Aamir Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sanjay Dutt has been accused of having links to the underworld and has been involved in several controversies, including his conviction in the 1993 Mumbai bombings case.

Which Bollywood film was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Sikh community?

  1. Jo Bole So Nihaal

  2. Singh Is Kinng

  3. Patiala House

  4. Kesari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2009 film 'Jo Bole So Nihaal' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Sikh community and its alleged glorification of violence.

Which Bollywood actor has been actively involved in social activism and has spoken out against various social issues?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Akshay Kumar

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Salman Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aamir Khan has been actively involved in social activism and has spoken out against various social issues, including poverty, corruption, and communalism.

Which Bollywood film was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Indian Prime Minister?

  1. PM Narendra Modi

  2. The Accidental Prime Minister

  3. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  4. The Kashmir Files


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 2019 film 'PM Narendra Modi' was banned in India due to its portrayal of the Indian Prime Minister and its alleged glorification of his political career.

Which Bollywood song was used as the campaign song for the Aam Aadmi Party in the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Chak De India

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The song 'Rang De Basanti' from the 2006 film of the same name was used as the campaign song for the Aam Aadmi Party in the 2015 Delhi Assembly elections.

Which Bollywood actor has been accused of tax evasion and has been involved in several legal battles?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Akshay Kumar

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Salman Khan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Salman Khan has been accused of tax evasion and has been involved in several legal battles, including his conviction in the 2002 hit-and-run case.

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