Hindustani Music Quiz

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Which of the following is a prominent Hindustani classical music genre?

  1. Carnatic Music

  2. Qawwali

  3. Thumri

  4. Bhajan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Thumri is a genre of Hindustani classical music known for its emotive and expressive nature.

Who is considered the father of modern Hindustani classical music?

  1. Tansen

  2. Amir Khusro

  3. Ravi Shankar

  4. Bade Ghulam Ali Khan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amir Khusro is widely regarded as the father of modern Hindustani classical music due to his contributions to its development and popularity.

What is the term for the main melodic line in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Laya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raga refers to the melodic framework that forms the basis of Hindustani classical music.

Which of the following instruments is commonly used in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Veena


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Sitar, Tabla, Sarangi, and Veena are all instruments frequently used in Hindustani classical music.

What is the term for the rhythmic cycle in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Laya


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tala refers to the rhythmic cycle that provides the foundation for Hindustani classical music.

Which of the following is a prominent Hindustani classical music gharana?

  1. Gwalior Gharana

  2. Patiala Gharana

  3. Kirana Gharana

  4. Agra Gharana


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Gwalior Gharana, Patiala Gharana, Kirana Gharana, and Agra Gharana are all renowned Hindustani classical music gharanas.

Who is considered one of the greatest Hindustani classical vocalists of all time?

  1. Bade Ghulam Ali Khan

  2. Pandit Bhimsen Joshi

  3. Ustad Amir Khan

  4. Begum Akhtar


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Bade Ghulam Ali Khan, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, Ustad Amir Khan, and Begum Akhtar are all legendary Hindustani classical vocalists.

What is the term for the improvisational section in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Alap


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alap refers to the improvisational section in Hindustani classical music where the artist explores the raga.

Which of the following is a prominent Hindustani classical music festival?

  1. Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav

  2. Tansen Sangeet Samaroh

  3. Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan

  4. Dover Lane Music Conference


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Sawai Gandharva Bhimsen Mahotsav, Tansen Sangeet Samaroh, Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan, and Dover Lane Music Conference are all prestigious Hindustani classical music festivals.

What is the term for the concluding section in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Vilambit Khayal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vilambit Khayal refers to the concluding section in Hindustani classical music, characterized by a slow and expressive tempo.

Which of the following is a prominent Hindustani classical music dance form?

  1. Kathak

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Odissi

  4. Kuchipudi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kathak is a prominent Hindustani classical music dance form known for its intricate footwork and expressive storytelling.

Who is considered one of the greatest Hindustani classical instrumentalists of all time?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. Bismillah Khan

  3. Vilayat Khan

  4. Ali Akbar Khan


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Ravi Shankar, Bismillah Khan, Vilayat Khan, and Ali Akbar Khan are all legendary Hindustani classical instrumentalists.

What is the term for the drone in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Tanpura


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tanpura refers to the drone instrument used in Hindustani classical music to provide a continuous harmonic foundation.

Which of the following is a prominent Hindustani classical music raga?

  1. Raga Yaman

  2. Raga Bhairavi

  3. Raga Darbari

  4. Raga Malkauns


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Raga Yaman, Raga Bhairavi, Raga Darbari, and Raga Malkauns are all popular Hindustani classical music ragas.

What is the term for the melodic phrase in Hindustani classical music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Taan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Taan refers to the melodic phrase in Hindustani classical music, characterized by its intricate ornamentation and rapid execution.

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