The Gharanas of Aarti Music

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the Gharanas of Aarti Music. Aarti Music is a genre of devotional music performed during Hindu rituals. It is characterized by its slow tempo, simple melodies, and repetitive lyrics. There are several Gharanas, or schools, of Aarti Music, each with its own unique style and traditions.
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Which of the following is NOT a Gharana of Aarti Music?

  1. Mewati Gharana

  2. Banaras Gharana

  3. Kirana Gharana

  4. Gwalior Gharana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Kirana Gharana is a Gharana of Hindustani classical music, not Aarti Music.

The Mewati Gharana is known for its:

  1. Simple melodies and repetitive lyrics

  2. Complex melodies and intricate rhythms

  3. Use of the harmonium as the primary instrument

  4. Emphasis on vocal improvisation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mewati Gharana is known for its simple melodies and repetitive lyrics, which are designed to create a meditative and devotional atmosphere.

The Banaras Gharana is associated with which city?

  1. Varanasi

  2. Delhi

  3. Mumbai

  4. Kolkata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Banaras Gharana is associated with the city of Varanasi, which is considered to be the cultural and spiritual capital of India.

Which of the following is a famous Aarti composed by the Mewati Gharana?

  1. Om Jai Jagdish Hare

  2. Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

  3. Vaishnav Jan To

  4. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Om Jai Jagdish Hare is a popular Aarti composed by the Mewati Gharana. It is often sung during the evening Aarti ceremony.

The Gwalior Gharana is known for its:

  1. Use of the sitar as the primary instrument

  2. Emphasis on vocal improvisation

  3. Complex melodies and intricate rhythms

  4. Simple melodies and repetitive lyrics


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Gwalior Gharana is known for its use of the sitar as the primary instrument. The sitar is a stringed instrument that is known for its rich and resonant sound.

Which of the following is a famous Aarti composed by the Banaras Gharana?

  1. Om Jai Jagdish Hare

  2. Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

  3. Vaishnav Jan To

  4. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar is a popular Aarti composed by the Banaras Gharana. It is often sung during the morning Aarti ceremony.

The Kirana Gharana is known for its:

  1. Simple melodies and repetitive lyrics

  2. Complex melodies and intricate rhythms

  3. Use of the harmonium as the primary instrument

  4. Emphasis on vocal improvisation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kirana Gharana is known for its emphasis on vocal improvisation. Kirana singers are known for their ability to create intricate and elaborate improvisations on the melodies of Aarti songs.

Which of the following is a famous Aarti composed by the Gwalior Gharana?

  1. Om Jai Jagdish Hare

  2. Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

  3. Vaishnav Jan To

  4. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram is a popular Aarti composed by the Gwalior Gharana. It is often sung during the evening Aarti ceremony.

The Mewati Gharana is associated with which state?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mewati Gharana is associated with the state of Rajasthan. The Mewat region of Rajasthan is known for its rich musical traditions.

The Banaras Gharana is known for its:

  1. Simple melodies and repetitive lyrics

  2. Complex melodies and intricate rhythms

  3. Use of the harmonium as the primary instrument

  4. Emphasis on vocal improvisation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Banaras Gharana is known for its complex melodies and intricate rhythms. Banaras singers are known for their ability to create intricate and elaborate rhythmic patterns in their Aarti performances.

Which of the following is a famous Aarti composed by the Kirana Gharana?

  1. Om Jai Jagdish Hare

  2. Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

  3. Vaishnav Jan To

  4. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vaishnav Jan To is a popular Aarti composed by the Kirana Gharana. It is often sung during the morning Aarti ceremony.

The Gwalior Gharana is associated with which state?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Gwalior Gharana is associated with the state of Madhya Pradesh. The Gwalior region of Madhya Pradesh is known for its rich musical traditions.

The Kirana Gharana is associated with which state?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Haryana


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kirana Gharana is associated with the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Kirana region of Uttar Pradesh is known for its rich musical traditions.

Which of the following is NOT a famous Aarti?

  1. Om Jai Jagdish Hare

  2. Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

  3. Vaishnav Jan To

  4. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the given options are famous Aarti songs.

Aarti Music is typically performed during which Hindu ritual?

  1. Weddings

  2. Funerals

  3. Birthdays

  4. Poojas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aarti Music is typically performed during Hindu poojas, which are rituals of worship.

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