Why in News?

Shillong-based rapper and singer Reble was honoured with the “Icon of the Year” award at the inaugural Hello Meghalaya Music Awards held on World Music Day. During the event, she encouraged young people of Meghalaya to dream bigger and pursue their talents with confidence.

Key Highlights

Reble’s real name is Daiaphi Lamare, and she hails from Nangbah, West Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya.
She received the Meghalaya Icon of the Year Award from Conrad K. Sangma during the first Hello Meghalaya Music Awards.
Reble gained national recognition through her work in the Bollywood blockbuster soundtrack Dhurandhar.
She represents a new generation of artists from Meghalaya using digital platforms and original content to reach national and international audiences.
The award reflects Meghalaya’s efforts to promote music, arts, and the creative economy among youth.

About Hello Meghalaya

Hello Meghalaya is a state-supported digital content platform launched to promote local films, music, culture, and creative talent. It aims to create economic opportunities for youth while preserving Meghalaya’s cultural heritage.

Objectives

Promote local artists and content creators.
Generate employment through the creative sector.
Preserve indigenous languages and culture.
Provide a platform for filmmakers, musicians, and performers.

Exam Facts

Topic	Fact
Award Winner	Reble (Daiaphi Lamare)
Award	Icon of the Year
Event	First Hello Meghalaya Music Awards
Occasion	World Music Day
Home State	Meghalaya
District	West Jaintia Hills
Notable Achievement	National fame through Dhurandhar soundtrack
Government Initiative	Hello Meghalaya platform

Practice MCQs for MPSC

Q1. Who was awarded the “Icon of the Year” at the first Hello Meghalaya Music Awards?

A. Lou Majaw
B. Reble
C. Summersalt
D. Meba Ofilia

Answer: B. Reble

Q2. Reble’s real name is:

A. Daipayan Lamare
B. Daiaphi Lamare
C. Daphi Lamar
D. Diana Lamare

Answer: B. Daiaphi Lamare

Q3. Reble belongs to which district of Meghalaya?

A. East Khasi Hills
B. Ri-Bhoi
C. West Jaintia Hills
D. South Garo Hills

Answer: C. West Jaintia Hills

Q4. The Hello Meghalaya initiative primarily aims to:

Promote local artists.
Encourage cultural preservation.
Create economic opportunities for youth.
Promote heavy industries.

Select the correct answer:

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: C. 1, 2 and 3 only

Q5. World Music Day is observed on:

A. 5 June
B. 21 June
C. 15 August
D. 1 October

Answer: B. 21 June

Reble Crowned “Icon of the Year”

Reble Crowned “Icon of the Year” at the First Hello Meghalaya Music Awards