General Awareness

Film, Theatre, and Media

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Indian cinema, theatre, and mass media form a crucial part of static general knowledge. This section covers national awards, prominent actors, censorship issues, and cinematic themes. These concepts frequently appear in SSC, banking, and state PSC examinations to assess a candidate's cultural awareness.

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Film, Theatre, and Media Questions

Multiple choice

Which film won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language in 2023?

  1. RRR

  2. The Kashmir Files

  3. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  4. Jhund
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RRR won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film in 2023?

  1. RRR

  2. The Kashmir Files

  3. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  4. Jhund
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RRR was nominated for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film in 2023.

Multiple choice

Who was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Academy Awards?

  1. Euzhan Palcy

  2. Diane Warren

  3. Michael J. Fox

  4. Samuel L. Jackson
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Euzhan Palcy was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Academy Awards.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was selected for the Palme d'Or competition at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival?

  1. RRR

  2. The Kashmir Files

  3. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  4. Jhund
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RRR was selected for the Palme d'Or competition at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival.

Multiple choice

Which iconic film directed by Satyajit Ray won the Palme d'Or at the 1955 Cannes Film Festival?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Aparajito

  3. Apur Sansar

  4. Charulata
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Pather Panchali, the first installment of Ray's Apu Trilogy, won the Palme d'Or, making it the first Indian film to receive this prestigious award.

Multiple choice

Which 1961 film directed by Guru Dutt is considered a masterpiece of Indian cinema and is known for its haunting music and tragic love story?

  1. Pyaasa

  2. Kaagaz Ke Phool

  3. Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam

  4. Chaudhvin Ka Chand
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"Pyaasa" is widely regarded as one of the greatest films in Indian cinema, with its exploration of themes such as alienation, poverty, and unrequited love.

Multiple choice

In the 1965 film "Guide", who played the role of Raju, a tour guide who falls in love with a married woman?

  1. Dev Anand

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Dilip Kumar

  4. Shammi Kapoor
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Dev Anand's portrayal of Raju in "Guide" is considered one of his most iconic performances, showcasing his versatility and charisma.

Multiple choice

Which 1971 film directed by Mrinal Sen won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and is known for its exploration of poverty and social inequality?

  1. Bhuvan Shome

  2. Interview

  3. Calcutta 71

  4. Padatik
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"Bhuvan Shome" is considered a landmark film in Indian cinema, with its realistic portrayal of rural life and its critique of bureaucracy.

Multiple choice

In the 1973 film "Sholay", who played the iconic role of Jai, a charismatic bandit with a heart of gold?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Dharmendra

  3. Sanjeev Kumar

  4. Amjad Khan
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Amitabh Bachchan's portrayal of Jai in "Sholay" is considered one of the most iconic performances in Indian cinema, establishing him as a superstar.

Multiple choice

Which 1975 film directed by Shyam Benegal is known for its exploration of the caste system and its impact on the lives of individuals?

  1. Ankur

  2. Nishant

  3. Manthan

  4. Bhumika
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"Ankur" is considered a groundbreaking film in Indian cinema, tackling the sensitive issue of caste discrimination and its consequences.

Multiple choice

In the 1977 film "Amar Akbar Anthony", who played the role of Akbar, a Muslim man raised in a Hindu household?

  1. Vinod Khanna

  2. Rishi Kapoor

  3. Amitabh Bachchan

  4. Shabana Azmi
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Rishi Kapoor's portrayal of Akbar in "Amar Akbar Anthony" is remembered for its charm and humor, showcasing his versatility as an actor.

Multiple choice

Which 1983 film directed by Govind Nihalani is known for its powerful portrayal of the struggles faced by farmers in rural India?

  1. Aakrosh

  2. Ardh Satya

  3. Vijeta

  4. Tamas
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"Aakrosh" is considered a significant film in Indian cinema, highlighting the plight of farmers and the social injustices they face.

Multiple choice

In the 1989 film "Maine Pyar Kiya", who played the role of Prem, a young man who falls in love with a wealthy girl?

  1. Salman Khan

  2. Aamir Khan

  3. Shah Rukh Khan

  4. Saif Ali Khan
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Salman Khan's portrayal of Prem in "Maine Pyar Kiya" launched his career as a romantic hero and made him a household name in India.

Multiple choice

Which 1993 film directed by Mani Ratnam is known for its exploration of love, loss, and terrorism in the backdrop of the Sri Lankan Civil War?

  1. Roja

  2. Bombay

  3. Dil Se

  4. Guru
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"Roja" is considered a landmark film in Indian cinema, addressing the complex political and social issues of the Sri Lankan Civil War through the lens of a love story.

Multiple choice

In the 1995 film "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge", who played the role of Raj, a charming young man who falls in love with a traditional Indian girl?

  1. Shah Rukh Khan

  2. Kajol

  3. Amrish Puri

  4. Farida Jalal
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Shah Rukh Khan's portrayal of Raj in "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" is considered one of the most iconic romantic performances in Indian cinema.