Folk Music & Instruments MCQs for CET Graduate

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CET Graduate — Art & Architecture — Folk Music & Instruments

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Question 1 of 20

Despite possessing a drum-like outer shell covered with animal skin, why is the Bhapang explicitly excluded from the 'Avanaddh Vadya' (Percussion) category?

Question 2 of 20

The arid and semi-arid tracts of the 'Marwar and Shekhawati' regions served as the historical cultural stronghold for which of the following music communities?

Question 3 of 20

Match List-I (Tribal Community / Dance) with List-II (Resulting Innovation) and select the correct answer: List-I I. Bhil and Garasiya II. Gavari and Gair List-II 1. Rhythmic physical movements leading to the creation of percussion instruments 2. Indigenous communities living closely with nature

Question 4 of 20

Analyze the role of the 'Dholi' community within Rajasthan's traditional music ecosystem. Who were their primary patrons?

Question 5 of 20

The 'Sarangi' achieves its incredibly textured, warm tone primarily because its strings are traditionally made of which material?

Question 6 of 20

What is the specific acoustic material that forms the primary resonating chamber (resonator) of the Ravanhattha?

Question 7 of 20

The 'Jantar', considered an early prototype of the classical Veena, is played in a unique posture. How is it traditionally held during a performance by the Gurjar Bhopas?

Question 8 of 20

The prestigious singing style 'Maand' occupies a unique position in Rajasthan's cultural landscape. What is the historical origin of the term 'Maand'?

Question 9 of 20

Which of the following pairs is INCORRECTLY matched concerning the music communities and their primary regions of operation?

Question 10 of 20

Which of the following folk artists from Rajasthan received the Padma Shri in 2026 specifically for their lifelong dedication to mastering the 'Algoza'?

Question 11 of 20

What is the literal meaning of the term 'Langa' in the context of the socio-musical communities of Rajasthan?

Question 12 of 20

Which of the following pair of (Instrument - Material of Construction) is incorrectly matched?

Question 13 of 20

The 'Pungi' or 'Been', constructed from a dried gourd attached to a bamboo tube, is the trademark instrument of which nomadic community?

Question 14 of 20

What is the primary material used for making the strings of a traditional Sindhi Sarangi to produce its highly acclaimed, vocal-like sound?

Question 15 of 20

Which renowned artist is deeply associated with the international popularization of the 'Bhapang'?

Question 16 of 20

Consider the following statements regarding 'Khartal': 1. It is classified as an Avanaddha (percussion) instrument. 2. It is typically made from Sheesham or Ebony wood. 3. Siddique Khan is renowned as the 'Magician of Khartal'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 17 of 20

Which of the following pairings of an instrument with its specific user community is incorrect?

Question 18 of 20

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Mirasi' community: I. They primarily resided in the Marwar and Shekhawati regions. II. Their genealogical record-keeping (Vanshavali) services were exclusively reserved for the Rajput aristocracy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 19 of 20

Identify the MISMATCHED pair concerning the folk artist and their associated district or region:

Question 20 of 20

Despite being forged from an iron metal leaf and lacking a physical soundbox, the 'Morchang' is scientifically classified under which category of instruments?

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