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Bollywood Music: The Golden Era

Description: Test your knowledge about the golden era of Bollywood music, spanning from the 1950s to the 1970s.
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Which legendary singer was known as the 'Nightingale of India'?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Geeta Dutt

  4. Sharda Sinha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lata Mangeshkar, with her melodious voice and versatility, earned the title 'Nightingale of India' and became one of the most iconic singers in Bollywood history.

Which music director is considered the 'Father of Indian Film Music'?

  1. Naushad

  2. S.D. Burman

  3. R.D. Burman

  4. Madan Mohan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naushad Ali, known as Naushad, is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Film Music' for his pioneering work in the 1940s and 1950s, blending Indian classical music with Western influences.

Which film introduced the iconic song 'Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo'?

  1. Kabuliwala

  2. Naya Daur

  3. Mother India

  4. Pyaasa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The patriotic song 'Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo' was featured in the 1961 film 'Kabuliwala', starring Balraj Sahni and Prithviraj Kapoor.

Who composed the music for the classic film 'Mughal-e-Azam'?

  1. Naushad

  2. S.D. Burman

  3. Madan Mohan

  4. R.D. Burman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naushad composed the unforgettable music for the historical epic 'Mughal-e-Azam', featuring songs like 'Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya' and 'Mohe Panghat Pe Nandlal'.

Which film featured the evergreen song 'Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Silsila


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The soulful song 'Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli' was part of the soundtrack of the 1969 film 'Aradhana', starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore.

Who sang the popular song 'Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai'?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Mukesh

  4. Kishore Kumar


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The melodious duet 'Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai' from the film 'Shor' was sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Mukesh, creating a timeless classic.

Which film featured the song 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Silsila


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The romantic song 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani' was featured in the 1969 film 'Aradhana', starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore.

Who composed the music for the film 'Pakeezah'?

  1. Naushad

  2. S.D. Burman

  3. Madan Mohan

  4. R.D. Burman


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Ghulam Mohammed composed the haunting melodies for the film 'Pakeezah', including the iconic song 'Chalte Chalte'.

Which film featured the song 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The title song 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' was from the 1995 film of the same name, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.

Who sang the song 'Lag Ja Gale'?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Mukesh

  4. Kishore Kumar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The melancholic song 'Lag Ja Gale' from the film 'Woh Kaun Thi?' was sung by Lata Mangeshkar, capturing the essence of heartbreak and longing.

Which film featured the song 'Roop Tera Mastana'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Aradhana


Correct Option: A,D
Explanation:

The energetic song 'Roop Tera Mastana' was featured in the 1969 film 'Aradhana', starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore.

Who composed the music for the film 'Amar Prem'?

  1. Naushad

  2. S.D. Burman

  3. Madan Mohan

  4. R.D. Burman


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

R.D. Burman, also known as Pancham Da, composed the memorable music for the film 'Amar Prem', featuring songs like 'Chingari Koi Bhadke' and 'Raina Beeti Jaye'.

Which film featured the song 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Yaadon Ki Baaraat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The playful song 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko' was featured in the 1973 film 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat', starring Dharmendra and Zeenat Aman.

Who sang the song 'Piya Tu Ab To Aaja'?

  1. Lata Mangeshkar

  2. Asha Bhosle

  3. Mukesh

  4. Kishore Kumar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The soulful song 'Piya Tu Ab To Aaja' from the film 'Caravan' was sung by Asha Bhosle, capturing the longing and anticipation of a lover.

Which film featured the song 'Kabhi Kabhie Mere Dil Mein'?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Amar Prem

  3. Bobby

  4. Kabhi Kabhie


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The romantic song 'Kabhi Kabhie Mere Dil Mein' was featured in the 1976 film 'Kabhi Kabhie', starring Amitabh Bachchan and Raakhee.

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