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Role of Technology in the Development of Indian Electronic Music

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Which of the following is NOT a major factor that contributed to the development of Indian electronic music?

  1. The availability of affordable electronic instruments

  2. The rise of the internet and digital music distribution

  3. The influence of Western electronic music

  4. The traditional Indian music scene


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While the traditional Indian music scene has influenced the development of Indian electronic music in some ways, it is not a major factor that directly contributed to its emergence and growth.

Which of the following electronic instruments was first used in Indian electronic music?

  1. Synthesizer

  2. Drum machine

  3. Sampler

  4. Sequencer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The synthesizer was the first electronic instrument to be used in Indian electronic music. It was introduced in the 1960s and quickly became a popular tool for creating new and innovative sounds.

Which of the following Indian electronic music artists is known for his pioneering use of the synthesizer?

  1. R. D. Burman

  2. Laxmikant-Pyarelal

  3. Kalyanji-Anandji

  4. S. D. Burman


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

R. D. Burman was one of the first Indian electronic music artists to use the synthesizer extensively in his work. He is known for his innovative and experimental approach to music, and his use of the synthesizer helped to shape the sound of Indian electronic music in the 1970s and 1980s.

Which of the following is NOT a major genre of Indian electronic music?

  1. Goa trance

  2. Hindustani classical

  3. Carnatic classical

  4. Bhangra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Hindustani classical is a traditional Indian music genre, not a genre of Indian electronic music.

Which of the following Indian electronic music artists is known for his work in the Goa trance genre?

  1. Talvin Singh

  2. Nitin Sawhney

  3. Sunil Shetty

  4. Juno Reactor


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Juno Reactor is a British electronic music group known for their work in the Goa trance genre. They have released several albums and singles, and their music has been featured in films and video games.

Which of the following Indian electronic music artists is known for his work in the Carnatic classical genre?

  1. T. M. Krishna

  2. N. Ravikiran

  3. Sanjay Subrahmanyan

  4. Aruna Sairam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

T. M. Krishna is a Carnatic classical vocalist known for his innovative and experimental approach to music. He has released several albums and singles, and his music has been featured in films and television shows.

Which of the following Indian electronic music artists is known for his work in the Bhangra genre?

  1. Daler Mehndi

  2. Mika Singh

  3. Sukhwinder Singh

  4. Gurdas Maan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Daler Mehndi is a Bhangra singer and dancer known for his energetic live performances and catchy songs. He has released several albums and singles, and his music has been featured in films and television shows.

Which of the following is a major factor that has contributed to the growing popularity of Indian electronic music in recent years?

  1. The rise of social media and online music platforms

  2. The increasing availability of affordable electronic music production software

  3. The growing popularity of Indian electronic music festivals

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above factors have contributed to the growing popularity of Indian electronic music in recent years.

Which of the following is NOT a major challenge facing the Indian electronic music industry?

  1. The lack of government support

  2. The lack of infrastructure for live performances

  3. The lack of opportunities for artists to showcase their work

  4. The lack of funding for music production


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The lack of government support is not a major challenge facing the Indian electronic music industry. In fact, the government has been supportive of the industry in recent years, providing funding and resources to help it grow.

What is the future of Indian electronic music?

  1. It will continue to grow in popularity and become a major force in the global electronic music scene

  2. It will decline in popularity as other genres of music become more popular

  3. It will remain a niche genre, popular only with a small group of people

  4. It is difficult to say, as the future of Indian electronic music is uncertain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indian electronic music has a bright future. It is a genre that is constantly evolving and innovating, and it has a large and growing fan base. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, Indian electronic music is likely to become even more popular in the years to come.

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