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Indian Punk Music and Censorship

Description: Indian Punk Music and Censorship Quiz
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Which Indian punk band was formed in 1997 and is known for its political lyrics and activism?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. Pentagram


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pentagram is an Indian punk rock band formed in 1997. They are known for their political lyrics and activism, and have been involved in several protests and campaigns.

In which year did the Indian government ban the song 'Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu' by the band Indian Ocean?

  1. 1998

  2. 2000

  3. 2002

  4. 2004


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the song 'Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu' by the band Indian Ocean in 1998. The song was considered to be blasphemous and offensive to religious sentiments.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 1999 and is known for its unique blend of punk rock and traditional Indian music?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. Indian Ocean


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Ocean is an Indian punk rock band formed in 1999. They are known for their unique blend of punk rock and traditional Indian music, and have been praised for their innovative and experimental sound.

In which year did the Indian government ban the album 'Jana Gana Mana' by the band Indian Ocean?

  1. 2000

  2. 2002

  3. 2004

  4. 2006


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the album 'Jana Gana Mana' by the band Indian Ocean in 2002. The album was considered to be seditious and anti-national, and the band was accused of promoting terrorism.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2003 and is known for its aggressive sound and political lyrics?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The Riot Peddlers


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Riot Peddlers is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2003. They are known for their aggressive sound and political lyrics, and have been praised for their powerful and energetic live performances.

In which year did the Indian government ban the song 'Azadi' by the band The Skulls?

  1. 2004

  2. 2006

  3. 2008

  4. 2010


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the song 'Azadi' by the band The Skulls in 2004. The song was considered to be seditious and anti-national, and the band was accused of promoting terrorism.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2005 and is known for its experimental sound and eclectic influences?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The Koniac Net


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Koniac Net is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2005. They are known for their experimental sound and eclectic influences, and have been praised for their innovative and creative approach to music.

In which year did the Indian government ban the album 'The Great Indian Rock' by the band The Local Train?

  1. 2006

  2. 2008

  3. 2010

  4. 2012


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the album 'The Great Indian Rock' by the band The Local Train in 2008. The album was considered to be offensive and vulgar, and the band was accused of promoting drug use and promiscuity.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2007 and is known for its catchy melodies and upbeat sound?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The Yellow Diary


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Yellow Diary is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2007. They are known for their catchy melodies and upbeat sound, and have been praised for their energetic live performances.

In which year did the Indian government ban the song 'Paani Da Rang' by the band The Local Train?

  1. 2010

  2. 2012

  3. 2014

  4. 2016


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the song 'Paani Da Rang' by the band The Local Train in 2012. The song was considered to be offensive and vulgar, and the band was accused of promoting drug use and promiscuity.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2011 and is known for its political lyrics and social commentary?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The Avial


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Avial is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2011. They are known for their political lyrics and social commentary, and have been praised for their powerful and thought-provoking music.

In which year did the Indian government ban the album 'The Avial' by the band The Avial?

  1. 2014

  2. 2016

  3. 2018

  4. 2020


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the album 'The Avial' by the band The Avial in 2016. The album was considered to be offensive and vulgar, and the band was accused of promoting drug use and promiscuity.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2013 and is known for its unique blend of punk rock and traditional Indian music?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The F16s


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The F16s is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2013. They are known for their unique blend of punk rock and traditional Indian music, and have been praised for their innovative and experimental sound.

In which year did the Indian government ban the song 'Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu' by the band The Skulls?

  1. 2018

  2. 2020

  3. 2022

  4. 2024


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian government banned the song 'Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu' by the band The Skulls in 2020. The song was considered to be blasphemous and offensive to religious sentiments.

Which Indian punk band was formed in 2015 and is known for its aggressive sound and political lyrics?

  1. The Skulls

  2. The Local Train

  3. Parikrama

  4. The Bloodywood


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bloodywood is an Indian punk rock band formed in 2015. They are known for their aggressive sound and political lyrics, and have been praised for their powerful and energetic live performances.

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