Multiple choice general knowledge

The first theatre was established in Chennai during the year

  1. 1917

  2. 1916

  3. 1947

  4. 1918

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Chennai's first theatre, 'Elephanta' (later known as 'Broadway'), was established in 1916 (Option B). This marked the beginning of Chennai's theatrical culture, which would grow into a major hub for Tamil and other regional cinema. Options A and D are close but incorrect years, while C marks Indian independence, unrelated to theatre establishment.