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 of the following films is not a film about the caste poverty?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Nagarjuna

  3. Do Bigha Zamin

  4. Mother India
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Explanation

Pather Panchali is not a film about the caste poverty, while Nagarjuna, Do Bigha Zamin, and Mother India are all films about the caste poverty.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2016, tells the story of two sisters who defy societal norms to pursue wrestling and achieve success?

  1. Dangal

  2. Sultan

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. PK
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Explanation

Dangal, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is a biographical sports drama film based on the lives of Geeta and Babita Phogat, two Indian female wrestlers who overcame numerous obstacles to achieve success in the male-dominated sport of wrestling.

Multiple choice

Which of these movies is considered a groundbreaking portrayal of a lesbian relationship in Indian cinema?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Aligarh
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Explanation

Deepa Mehta's 1996 film "Fire" is widely regarded as a pioneering work in Indian cinema, depicting a passionate and complex relationship between two women.

Multiple choice

In the film "My Brother Nikhil", what is the protagonist's struggle?

  1. Coming to terms with his HIV-positive status

  2. Dealing with societal stigma and prejudice

  3. Finding love and acceptance

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Onur Tukel's 2005 film "My Brother Nikhil" explores the protagonist's journey as he grapples with his HIV diagnosis, societal discrimination, and the search for love and acceptance.

Multiple choice

Which of these films features a transgender protagonist?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Aligarh

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Shonali Bose's 2014 film "Margarita with a Straw" tells the story of Laila, a young woman with cerebral palsy who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and love while navigating societal attitudes towards disability and gender identity.

Multiple choice

In the film "Aligarh", what is the central conflict?

  1. A professor's struggle against homophobia and discrimination

  2. A love story between two men

  3. The challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in academia

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Hansal Mehta's 2015 film "Aligarh" intertwines the themes of homophobia, discrimination, and the struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in academia, as it follows the story of a professor who is forced to confront his sexuality and its consequences.

Multiple choice

Which of these films explores the theme of same-sex marriage in India?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  3. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  4. Badhaai Do
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hitesh Kewalya's 2020 film "Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan" tackles the topic of same-sex marriage in India, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of a gay couple as they navigate societal norms and familial expectations.

Multiple choice

In the film "Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga", what is the protagonist's secret?

  1. She is in love with another woman

  2. She is transgender

  3. She is struggling with her sexual identity

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Shelly Chopra Dhar's 2019 film "Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga" centers around the protagonist's journey as she comes to terms with her feelings for another woman and the challenges of expressing her love in a conservative society.

Multiple choice

Which of these films features a gay protagonist who is a classical dancer?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Aligarh

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Badhaai Do
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Explanation

Harshavardhan Kulkarni's 2022 film "Badhaai Do" follows the story of Shardul, a gay classical dancer, as he navigates his personal life and relationships while facing societal prejudices and expectations.

Multiple choice

In the film "Bombay Talkies", which segment explores the theme of a same-sex relationship?

  1. Murabba

  2. Star

  3. Sheila Ki Jawani

  4. Apna Bombay Talkies
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Explanation

Karan Johar's segment "Murabba" in the anthology film "Bombay Talkies" (2013) portrays a tender and heartwarming relationship between two women, highlighting the complexities of love and acceptance.

Multiple choice

Which of these films features a transgender character who is a sex worker?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Aligarh
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C Correct answer
Explanation

In "Margarita with a Straw", the character of Shiuli, played by Sayani Gupta, is a transgender sex worker who forms a close bond with the protagonist, Laila.

Multiple choice

In the film "Aligarh", what is the name of the professor who faces discrimination due to his sexuality?

  1. Siras

  2. Aman

  3. Deepu

  4. Harish
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Explanation

Manoj Bajpayee portrays the character of Professor Siras, a gay man who is subjected to discrimination and harassment by his colleagues and students in "Aligarh".

Multiple choice

Which of these films explores the theme of a lesbian relationship in a small town?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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Explanation

Deepa Mehta's "Fire" delves into the forbidden love story between two women, Radha and Sita, who find solace and passion in each other's company in a small town.

Multiple choice

In the film "My Brother Nikhil", what is the name of the protagonist's boyfriend?

  1. Aman

  2. Deepu

  3. Harish

  4. Siras
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Explanation

Sandeep Kulkarni plays the role of Aman, Nikhil's boyfriend, in "My Brother Nikhil".

Multiple choice

Which of these films features a gay character who is a journalist?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Aligarh

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Badhaai Do
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rajkummar Rao portrays the character of Deepu Sebastian, a gay journalist who faces discrimination and prejudice in "Aligarh".