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Folk Music and Religion: Melodies of Faith and Devotion

Description: Folk Music and Religion: Melodies of Faith and Devotion
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Which of the following is a common theme in folk music related to religion?

  1. Love and romance

  2. Historical events

  3. Religious beliefs and practices

  4. Political commentary


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Folk music often reflects the religious beliefs and practices of the community it originates from, serving as a means of expressing devotion and spirituality.

In which Indian state is the devotional folk music genre of 'Bhakti Sangeet' particularly prevalent?

  1. Odisha

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Punjab

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

'Bhakti Sangeet' is a prominent devotional folk music genre in Maharashtra, known for its spiritual lyrics and rhythmic melodies.

Which folk music genre from Rajasthan is known for its devotional songs dedicated to the Hindu deity Krishna?

  1. Bhajan

  2. Qawwali

  3. Garba

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhajan is a devotional folk music genre from Rajasthan, characterized by its simple melodies and lyrics that express devotion to Lord Krishna.

In which South Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Villuppattu' performed, often depicting religious stories and legends?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

'Villuppattu' is a folk music genre from Tamil Nadu, known for its storytelling performances that narrate religious stories and legends using a stringed instrument called the 'Villu'.

Which folk music genre from Punjab is associated with devotional songs and hymns dedicated to Sikh Gurus?

  1. Bhangra

  2. Gidda

  3. Kirtan

  4. Sammi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kirtan is a devotional folk music genre from Punjab, characterized by its rhythmic chanting of hymns and praises to Sikh Gurus.

In which Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Odissi Music' primarily performed, often accompanying religious rituals and ceremonies?

  1. Odisha

  2. West Bengal

  3. Assam

  4. Tripura


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Odissi Music' is a folk music genre from Odisha, known for its intricate melodies and rhythms, often performed during religious rituals and ceremonies.

Which folk music genre from Gujarat is characterized by devotional songs and narratives related to the Hindu deity Amba?

  1. Garba

  2. Dandiya Raas

  3. Bhavai

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhavai is a folk music genre from Gujarat, known for its devotional songs and narratives centered around the Hindu deity Amba.

In which Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Bihu Geet' performed, often associated with religious festivals and celebrations?

  1. Assam

  2. Meghalaya

  3. Arunachal Pradesh

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Bihu Geet' is a folk music genre from Assam, closely associated with religious festivals and celebrations like Bihu.

Which folk music genre from Himachal Pradesh is known for its devotional songs and hymns dedicated to various Hindu deities?

  1. Pahari

  2. Kulluvi

  3. Kinnauri

  4. Chamba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pahari is a folk music genre from Himachal Pradesh, characterized by its devotional songs and hymns dedicated to various Hindu deities.

In which Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Lavani' performed, often featuring devotional songs and rhythmic dance performances?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Lavani' is a folk music genre from Maharashtra, known for its devotional songs and rhythmic dance performances.

Which folk music genre from Rajasthan is associated with devotional songs and narratives related to the Hindu deity Ram?

  1. Bhajan

  2. Qawwali

  3. Garba

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhajan is a devotional folk music genre from Rajasthan, characterized by its simple melodies and lyrics that express devotion to Lord Ram.

In which Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Qawwali' primarily performed, often associated with devotional songs and Sufi mysticism?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Punjab

  4. Jammu and Kashmir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Qawwali' is a folk music genre primarily performed in Uttar Pradesh, known for its devotional songs and association with Sufi mysticism.

Which folk music genre from West Bengal is characterized by devotional songs and narratives related to the Hindu deity Durga?

  1. Baul

  2. Kirtan

  3. Bhatiali

  4. Jhumur


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kirtan is a devotional folk music genre from West Bengal, known for its rhythmic chanting of hymns and praises to the Hindu deity Durga.

In which Indian state is the folk music genre of 'Garba' performed, often associated with devotional songs and rhythmic dance performances during Navratri?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Garba' is a folk music genre from Gujarat, known for its devotional songs and rhythmic dance performances, particularly during the Navratri festival.

Which folk music genre from Karnataka is associated with devotional songs and narratives related to the Hindu deity Vishnu?

  1. Bhajan

  2. Qawwali

  3. Yakshagana

  4. Lavani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhajan is a devotional folk music genre from Karnataka, characterized by its simple melodies and lyrics that express devotion to Lord Vishnu.

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