Folk Music and Love

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Which folk song is often sung at weddings in India?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Qawwali

  3. Lavani

  4. Kajri


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kajri is a traditional folk song from North India, often sung at weddings and other joyous occasions.

In which Indian folk song does a woman express her longing for her beloved?

  1. Chaiti

  2. Malhar

  3. Sohni Mahiwal

  4. Heer Ranjha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sohni Mahiwal is a popular Punjabi folk song that tells the tragic love story of Sohni and Mahiwal.

Which folk song is traditionally sung by women during the harvest season in India?

  1. Baul

  2. Jhumur

  3. Bhatiyali

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jhumur is a folk song and dance form from Eastern India, traditionally performed by women during the harvest season.

Which folk song is known for its romantic lyrics and is often sung at weddings in Rajasthan?

  1. Ghoomar

  2. Kalbelia

  3. Manganiyar

  4. Bhopa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomar is a traditional Rajasthani folk dance and song, known for its graceful movements and romantic lyrics.

Which folk song is associated with the love story of Heer and Ranjha?

  1. Sohni Mahiwal

  2. Heer Ranjha

  3. Laila Majnu

  4. Romeo and Juliet


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Heer Ranjha is a tragic love story from Punjab, often told through folk songs and ballads.

Which folk song is known for its playful lyrics and is often sung during Holi, the festival of colors?

  1. Phagun

  2. Holi

  3. Basant

  4. Vasant Panchami


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phagun is a traditional folk song sung during Holi, known for its lively and playful lyrics.

Which folk song is associated with the love story of Dhola and Maru?

  1. Dhola Maru

  2. Heer Ranjha

  3. Sohni Mahiwal

  4. Laila Majnu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dhola Maru is a traditional Rajasthani folk song that tells the tragic love story of Dhola and Maru.

Which folk song is known for its devotional lyrics and is often sung in temples and during religious ceremonies?

  1. Bhajan

  2. Kirtan

  3. Qawwali

  4. Sufi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhajan is a traditional devotional folk song often sung in temples and during religious ceremonies.

Which folk song is associated with the love story of Radha and Krishna?

  1. Radha Krishna

  2. Heer Ranjha

  3. Sohni Mahiwal

  4. Laila Majnu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Radha Krishna is a traditional folk song that tells the love story of the Hindu deities Radha and Krishna.

Which folk song is known for its energetic beats and is often performed during festivals and celebrations?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Garba

  3. Lavani

  4. Bihu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhangra is a traditional Punjabi folk dance and song, known for its energetic beats and lively performances.

Which folk song is associated with the love story of Laila and Majnu?

  1. Laila Majnu

  2. Heer Ranjha

  3. Sohni Mahiwal

  4. Romeo and Juliet


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Laila Majnu is a tragic love story from Persia, often told through folk songs and ballads.

Which folk song is known for its soulful lyrics and is often sung by wandering minstrels?

  1. Baul

  2. Qawwali

  3. Sufi

  4. Bhatiyali


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul is a traditional folk song from Bengal, known for its soulful lyrics and wandering minstrels.

Which folk song is associated with the love story of Romeo and Juliet?

  1. Romeo and Juliet

  2. Heer Ranjha

  3. Sohni Mahiwal

  4. Laila Majnu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Romeo and Juliet is a tragic love story from England, often told through folk songs and ballads.

Which folk song is known for its intricate rhythms and is often performed during weddings and other special occasions?

  1. Tabla

  2. Sitar

  3. Sarangi

  4. Dhol


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tabla is a traditional Indian percussion instrument, known for its intricate rhythms and often played during weddings and other special occasions.

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