PPSC Excise and Taxation Inspector 2018 Question Paper

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12.

Which of the following is not a folk song of Punjab ?

A: Mahia
B: Suhag
C: Ludi
D: Tappey

The answer is: C

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Explanation

Answer: C - Ludi

Explanation:

Ludi is a folk dance of Punjab, not a folk song. It is a celebratory dance performed by men, typically during harvest festivals like Baisakhi.

 

The other three are folk songs:

  • Mahia - Folk Song -Sung in fields, expresses love and longing
  • Suhag - Folk Song - Sung during wedding ceremonies by women
  • Tappey - Folk Song - Short two-line songs expressing emotions, especially love and separation
  • Ludi - Folk Dance - Celebratory dance, harvest festivals

 

Key Punjabi folk songs - must know for exam:

  • Mahia : Fields, romance
  • Suhag : Weddings (pre-wedding)
  • Tappey : Love, separation, wit
  • Suhaag : Bridal songs
  • Boli : Women's songs at weddings 
  • Ghori : Songs sung when groom rides horse 
  • Alohnia : Songs at time of death/mourning

 

Key Punjabi folk dances - don't confuse with songs:

  • Bhangra : Men
  • Giddha : Women
  • Ludi : Men 
  • Kikli : Girls
  • Sammi : Women