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Indian Hip Hop and Rap Music and the Diaspora

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Indian Hip Hop and Rap Music?

  1. It is a fusion of traditional Indian music with Western hip hop and rap.

  2. It often incorporates elements of social commentary and protest.

  3. It is typically performed in Hindi or English.

  4. It is a form of music that is popular among the youth.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Indian Hip Hop and Rap Music is often performed in various regional languages of India, not just Hindi or English.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist?

  1. Divine

  2. Badshah

  3. Yo Yo Honey Singh

  4. Talib Kweli


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Talib Kweli is an American rapper, not an Indian artist.

Which of the following is NOT a popular song by Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist Divine?

  1. Mere Gully Mein

  2. Kaam 25

  3. Jungli Sher

  4. Patola


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Patola is a song by Badshah, not Divine.

Which of the following is a popular Indian Hip Hop and Rap label?

  1. Gully Gang

  2. Azadi Records

  3. Swadesi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gully Gang, Azadi Records, and Swadesi are all popular Indian Hip Hop and Rap labels.

Which of the following is NOT a popular Indian Hip Hop and Rap festival?

  1. Bacardi NH7 Weekender

  2. Sunburn Festival

  3. Magnetic Fields Festival

  4. Hornbill Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hornbill Festival is a cultural festival held in Nagaland, not a Hip Hop and Rap festival.

Which of the following is NOT a common theme in Indian Hip Hop and Rap music?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Social commentary and protest

  3. Gang violence and crime

  4. Spiritual and philosophical themes


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gang violence and crime is not a common theme in Indian Hip Hop and Rap music.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that has contributed to the growth of Indian Hip Hop and Rap music?

  1. The rise of social media

  2. The increasing popularity of Western hip hop and rap music in India

  3. The emergence of independent music labels

  4. The support of the Indian government


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian government has not played a significant role in the growth of Indian Hip Hop and Rap music.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by Indian Hip Hop and Rap artists?

  1. Lack of mainstream recognition

  2. Financial constraints

  3. Language barriers

  4. Censorship


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Censorship is not a significant challenge faced by Indian Hip Hop and Rap artists.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which Indian Hip Hop and Rap music is contributing to social change?

  1. Raising awareness about social issues

  2. Empowering marginalized communities

  3. Promoting peace and unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Hip Hop and Rap music is contributing to social change in all of the ways mentioned.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has gained international recognition?

  1. Raja Kumari

  2. Prabh Deep

  3. MC Altaf

  4. A.R. Rahman


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman is a renowned Indian composer and singer, not a Hip Hop and Rap artist.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has collaborated with international artists?

  1. Raftaar

  2. Krsna

  3. Emiway Bantai

  4. Divine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Divine has not collaborated with international artists as of yet.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has performed at international music festivals?

  1. Badshah

  2. Yo Yo Honey Singh

  3. Raja Kumari

  4. Talib Kweli


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Talib Kweli is an American rapper, not an Indian artist.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has won awards for their music?

  1. Divine

  2. Badshah

  3. Yo Yo Honey Singh

  4. A.R. Rahman


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman is a renowned Indian composer and singer, not a Hip Hop and Rap artist.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has been featured in films and television shows?

  1. Badshah

  2. Yo Yo Honey Singh

  3. Raftaar

  4. A.R. Rahman


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A.R. Rahman is a renowned Indian composer and singer, not a Hip Hop and Rap artist.

Which of the following is NOT a notable Indian Hip Hop and Rap artist who has been involved in social activism?

  1. Divine

  2. Badshah

  3. Yo Yo Honey Singh

  4. Talib Kweli


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Talib Kweli is an American rapper, not an Indian artist.

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