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Indian House Music and Social Issues

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Which of the following is a prominent theme in Indian House Music?

  1. Love and Romance

  2. Social Justice

  3. Nature and Spirituality

  4. Political Commentary


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indian House Music often addresses social issues such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination.

Who is considered one of the pioneers of Indian House Music?

  1. DJ Aqeel

  2. DJ Shadow

  3. DJ Snake

  4. DJ Tiesto


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

DJ Aqeel is known for his innovative fusion of Indian classical music with electronic dance music.

Which Indian House Music track gained international recognition for its social message?

  1. Mundian To Bach Ke

  2. Jai Ho

  3. Tunak Tunak Tun

  4. Rang De Basanti


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jai Ho, from the movie Slumdog Millionaire, became a global hit and was praised for its uplifting message of hope and resilience.

Which Indian House Music artist has been vocal about issues related to gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights?

  1. Anushka Manchanda

  2. Monica Dogra

  3. Shweta Subram

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Anushka Manchanda, Monica Dogra, and Shweta Subram have all used their platform to advocate for social change and raise awareness about important issues.

Which Indian House Music festival is known for its focus on sustainability and environmental consciousness?

  1. Sunburn Festival

  2. Magnetic Fields Festival

  3. NH7 Weekender

  4. Tomorrowland


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Magnetic Fields Festival is known for its commitment to eco-friendly practices and its efforts to minimize its environmental impact.

Which Indian House Music track addresses the issue of caste discrimination?

  1. Beedi

  2. Chaiyya Chaiyya

  3. Dil Chahta Hai

  4. Rang De Basanti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Beedi, from the movie Omkara, is a powerful song that speaks out against caste discrimination and promotes social equality.

Which Indian House Music artist has been involved in initiatives to promote mental health awareness and support?

  1. Ritviz

  2. Nucleya

  3. Divine

  4. Karsh Kale


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ritviz has been actively involved in mental health advocacy and has collaborated with organizations to raise awareness and provide support to those struggling with mental health issues.

Which Indian House Music track became an anthem for the anti-corruption movement in India?

  1. Arziyan

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. Chak De! India

  4. Satyameva Jayate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rang De Basanti, from the movie of the same name, became a powerful symbol of protest and resistance against corruption and injustice.

Which Indian House Music artist has used their music to raise awareness about the importance of education and literacy?

  1. Anoushka Shankar

  2. Raghu Dixit

  3. Shankar Mahadevan

  4. Vishal Dadlani


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Raghu Dixit has been involved in several initiatives to promote education and literacy, and his music often carries messages of empowerment and social change.

Which Indian House Music track addresses the issue of climate change and environmental degradation?

  1. Earth Song

  2. Heal the World

  3. We Are the World

  4. I Will Survive


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Earth Song, by Michael Jackson, is a powerful ballad that highlights the devastating impact of human activity on the environment and calls for action to protect the planet.

Which Indian House Music artist has been involved in efforts to promote peace and reconciliation between different communities?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. Shubha Mudgal

  4. Hariprasad Chaurasia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman has been actively involved in peace-building initiatives and has composed music that brings together artists from different backgrounds to promote harmony and understanding.

Which Indian House Music track became a symbol of unity and solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic?

  1. We Are the World

  2. Heal the World

  3. Imagine

  4. One Love


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

We Are the World, originally released in 1985, was re-recorded in 2020 by a group of artists to raise funds and awareness for COVID-19 relief efforts.

Which Indian House Music artist has spoken out against religious intolerance and discrimination?

  1. Javed Akhtar

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Nandita Das

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, and Nandita Das have all used their platform to speak out against religious intolerance and discrimination, and have advocated for a more inclusive and harmonious society.

Which Indian House Music track addresses the issue of violence against women?

  1. Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan

  2. Sheila Ki Jawani

  3. Munni Badnaam Hui

  4. Fevicol Se


Correct Option:
Explanation:

None of the options provided are Indian House Music tracks that address the issue of violence against women.

Which Indian House Music artist has been involved in campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of voting and civic participation?

  1. Prasoon Joshi

  2. Gulzar

  3. Javed Akhtar

  4. Shabana Azmi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prasoon Joshi has been involved in several campaigns to encourage voting and civic participation, and has created powerful messages that emphasize the importance of exercising one's democratic rights.

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