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1In Indian classical music, the seven basic shuddha (natural) swaras are commonly sung as:
A.Do Re Mi Fa Sol La Ti
B.Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni
C.C D E F G A B only
D.Ta Dhi Na Dhin
Explanation: The seven basic shuddha swaras are Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, and Ni (Shadja, Rishabh, Gandhar, Madhyam, Pancham, Dhaivat, Nishad).
2What is sargam practice mainly intended to train?
A.Only stage costume design
B.Accurate pitch and sequence of swaras using solfa syllables
C.How to repair a tabla skin
D.Writing film dialogue
Explanation: Sargam means singing or playing notes with their swara names (Sa, Re, Ga…), which builds pitch accuracy and note-order fluency.
3Which two swaras are traditionally treated as achal (fixed) and do not take komal or teevra forms?
A.Re and Dha
B.Ga and Ni
C.Sa and Pa
D.Ma and Ga
Explanation: Shadja (Sa) and Pancham (Pa) are achal swaras—stable reference points without komal or teevra variants in standard theory.
4In common Indian music usage, a saptak means:
A.A set of seven matras only
B.One octave span covering the seven swaras from Sa to Ni (and the next Sa)
C.A type of dance costume
D.A single drum stroke
Explanation: Saptak is the octave register containing the seven swaras; practice often names mandra, madhya, and tar saptak.
5Which swara name corresponds to Madhyam?
A.Sa
B.Ma
C.Pa
D.Ni
Explanation: Madhyam is the fourth basic swara, sung as Ma.
6A komal swara is best described as:
A.A note sung slightly flatter (lower) than its shuddha form
B.Always louder than every other note
C.A note that can only be played on tabla
D.Any note in tar saptak
Explanation: Komal means the flattened variant of certain swaras (commonly Re, Ga, Dha, Ni) relative to the shuddha pitch.
7Teevra Ma means:
A.Madhyam sung/played sharper (higher) than shuddha Ma
B.Madhyam removed completely from every raga
C.Only the lower octave Sa
D.A tabla theka name
Explanation: Among the seven swaras, Madhyam alone takes a teevra (sharpened) form; teevra Ma is higher than shuddha Ma.
8Mandra saptak refers to:
A.The lower octave register
B.Only the highest possible whistle pitch
C.A type of tala with 16 matras
D.A dance mudra
Explanation: Mandra saptak is the lower register; madhya is middle; tar is higher.
9When practising ascending sargam from Sa to upper Sa, the movement is called:
A.Avaroh
B.Aaroh (aroha)
C.Sam only
D.Khatka only
Explanation: Aaroh/aroha is the ascending order of swaras; avaroh/avaroha is descending.
10Alankar (swara patterns) are useful in early training because they:
A.Replace the need for any teacher forever
B.Build voice/instrument control through repeated ordered note patterns
C.Are only costume decorations
D.Measure room temperature
Explanation: Alankars are patterned sequences of swaras that train accuracy, agility, and even tone when practised carefully.

About the Maharashtra SSC Indian Music Vocal & Instrumental Divyang Exam

Maharashtra SSC Indian Music (Vocal and Instrumental) under MSBSHSE is a Class 10 Divyang / Work Education subject (commonly subject code M3 on modern SSC subject lists; confirm your hall ticket). Core learning themes include swara, laya, basic raga/tala orientation, vocal practice habits, instrument care, performance etiquette, and listening skills. Official assessment often combines theory with practical, project, performance, or school-based evidence depending on the subject scheme. About 35% is widely reported as the SSC subject pass floor—confirm the year's notification. This free bank provides English four-option MCQs for knowledge and judgment practice only—pair with official school materials via mahahsscboard.in.

Exam sponsor: Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE), Pune. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Typical SSC Divyang / Work Education subject pattern: written theory and/or practical/project/performance/internal evidence as per scheme (confirm year's school/board notice). Local bank: English MCQ study adaptation only.

Time Limit

As notified on the year's MSBSHSE SSC timetable for theory where applicable; other components scheduled separately

Passing Score

35%

Exam / Certification Fees

As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories).

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not published as a fixed subject-wise standing figure for this subject. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

~16% of this local bank

Swara and Sargam

Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni

~16% of this local bank

Laya and Tala Basics

Matra, theka orientation, clap patterns

~12% of this local bank

Raga Orientation

Aaroh/avaroh concept, mood

~12% of this local bank

Vocal Practice Habits

Voice care, alankar, posture

~12% of this local bank

Instrument Care

Tuning orientation, cleaning, storage

~12% of this local bank

Performance Etiquette

Stage manners, accompaniment awareness

~10% of this local bank

Listening and Notation Awareness

Ear training, simple notation

~10% of this local bank

Employability and Presentation

Practice log, ensemble teamwork

Preparing for the Maharashtra SSC Indian Music Vocal & Instrumental Divyang Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 35%
  • Assessment: Typical SSC Divyang / Work Education subject pattern: written theory and/or practical/project/performance/internal evidence as per scheme (confirm year's school/board notice). Local bank: English MCQ study adaptation only.
  • Time limit: As notified on the year's MSBSHSE SSC timetable for theory where applicable; other components scheduled separately
  • Exam / certification fees: As notified by MSBSHSE and paid through affiliated secondary schools (no single fixed public subject fee for all categories). Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is Maharashtra SSC Indian Music (Vocal and Instrumental) officially examined?

It is examined under the Maharashtra Secondary School Certificate as a Class 10 Divyang / Work Education subject (commonly code M3). Logistics may combine written theory with practical, project, performance, or internal assessment depending on the subject scheme. Candidates generally need about 35% with separate floors as notified. Confirm the year's syllabus and circulars with your school and mahahsscboard.in.

Is this practice bank the same format as the official SSC paper?

No. Official assessment may mix written theory with practical, project, or performance evidence. This bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation for concepts and judgment only—not an official blueprint replica or practical/performance certification substitute.

What subject code is used for Indian Music (Vocal and Instrumental)?

Modern Maharashtra SSC subject lists commonly show code M3 for Indian Music (Vocal and Instrumental). Always confirm the code printed on your hall ticket and school registration because board circulars can refine titles or codes.

In which languages is the official assessment offered?

Maharashtra SSC subject materials and papers are commonly available in English and Marathi mediums (and other media as notified for some subjects). This practice bank is an English-language study adaptation, not an official translation of the board paper.

How should I use these free MCQs?

Study your school syllabus first, then drill this bank by category. Read every wrong-option explanation, keep a practical/project journal if required, and re-test weak topics under timed conditions before board week.