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Indian Reggae Music: Origins and History

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Which Indian city is often regarded as the birthplace of Indian reggae music?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Chennai

  3. Kolkata

  4. Bangalore


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is widely recognized as the birthplace of Indian reggae music due to its vibrant music scene and the presence of a large Jamaican diaspora in the city.

Who is considered to be the pioneer of Indian reggae music?

  1. Bob Marley

  2. Lucky Dube

  3. Alpha Blondy

  4. Johnny Clarke


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Lucky Dube, a South African reggae musician, is widely regarded as the pioneer of Indian reggae music. He gained immense popularity in India with his unique blend of reggae, Zulu, and Indian musical elements.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Bhangra Reggae'?

  1. Apache Indian

  2. Babla Sehgal

  3. Jaswinder Singh

  4. DJ Sanj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Apache Indian, a British-Indian reggae artist, gained international recognition for his hit song 'Bhangra Reggae', which fused traditional Indian bhangra music with reggae rhythms.

What is the name of the first Indian reggae album released in 1986?

  1. 'Indian Reggae'

  2. 'Reggae Rajahs'

  3. 'Bhangra Reggae'

  4. 'Indian Roots'


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first Indian reggae album, titled 'Indian Reggae', was released in 1986 by the Indian reggae band Aashish Khan and the Raging Flames.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Mundian To Bach Ke'?

  1. Panjabi MC

  2. Jay Sean

  3. RDB

  4. Diljit Dosanjh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Panjabi MC, a British-Indian reggae and bhangra artist, gained worldwide recognition for his hit song 'Mundian To Bach Ke', which became a global chart-topper and introduced Indian reggae music to a mainstream audience.

What is the name of the annual Indian reggae music festival held in Mumbai?

  1. Reggae Rajahs Festival

  2. Indian Reggae Festival

  3. Bhangra Reggae Festival

  4. Indian Roots Festival


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Reggae Festival is an annual music festival held in Mumbai, India, that showcases the best of Indian reggae music and culture.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Dil Le Gayi'?

  1. Babla Sehgal

  2. Apache Indian

  3. Jaswinder Singh

  4. DJ Sanj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Babla Sehgal, an Indian reggae and pop artist, gained popularity in the 1990s with his hit song 'Dil Le Gayi', which blended reggae rhythms with Indian melodies.

What is the name of the Indian reggae band that released the album 'Indian Roots' in 1990?

  1. Aashish Khan and the Raging Flames

  2. Reggae Rajahs

  3. Bhangra Reggae Band

  4. Indian Roots Band


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aashish Khan and the Raging Flames, an Indian reggae band, released their debut album 'Indian Roots' in 1990, which featured a fusion of reggae, Indian classical music, and rock elements.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Nachna Aunda Ni'?

  1. Panjabi MC

  2. Jay Sean

  3. RDB

  4. Diljit Dosanjh


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

RDB, a British-Indian reggae and bhangra duo, gained popularity in the 2000s with their hit song 'Nachna Aunda Ni', which became a popular dance track in India and abroad.

What is the name of the Indian reggae artist who released the album 'Reggae Rajahs' in 1988?

  1. Apache Indian

  2. Babla Sehgal

  3. Jaswinder Singh

  4. DJ Sanj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Apache Indian released his debut album 'Reggae Rajahs' in 1988, which featured a blend of reggae, bhangra, and Indian pop music.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Tere Naal Nachna'?

  1. Panjabi MC

  2. Jay Sean

  3. RDB

  4. Diljit Dosanjh


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jay Sean, a British-Indian R&B and reggae artist, gained popularity in the 2000s with his hit song 'Tere Naal Nachna', which featured a fusion of reggae and Indian melodies.

What is the name of the Indian reggae band that released the album 'Bhangra Reggae' in 1991?

  1. Aashish Khan and the Raging Flames

  2. Reggae Rajahs

  3. Bhangra Reggae Band

  4. Indian Roots Band


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bhangra Reggae Band, an Indian reggae band, released their debut album 'Bhangra Reggae' in 1991, which featured a fusion of reggae, bhangra, and Indian folk music.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Diljit Dosanjh'?

  1. Panjabi MC

  2. Jay Sean

  3. RDB

  4. Diljit Dosanjh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Diljit Dosanjh, an Indian singer, songwriter, and actor, gained popularity in the 2000s with his hit song 'Diljit Dosanjh', which featured a blend of reggae, bhangra, and Punjabi folk music.

What is the name of the Indian reggae artist who released the album 'Indian Roots' in 1992?

  1. Apache Indian

  2. Babla Sehgal

  3. Jaswinder Singh

  4. DJ Sanj


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jaswinder Singh, an Indian reggae and bhangra artist, released his debut album 'Indian Roots' in 1992, which featured a fusion of reggae, bhangra, and Indian classical music.

Which Indian reggae artist is known for his song 'Mundian To Bach Ke'?

  1. Panjabi MC

  2. Jay Sean

  3. RDB

  4. Diljit Dosanjh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Panjabi MC, a British-Indian reggae and bhangra artist, gained worldwide recognition for his hit song 'Mundian To Bach Ke', which became a global chart-topper and introduced Indian reggae music to a mainstream audience.

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