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 director has the highest-grossing film in each of the last seven decades?

  1. James Cameron

  2. Steven Spielberg

  3. Christopher Nolan

  4. George Lucas
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Explanation

James Cameron has the highest-grossing film in each of the last seven decades: "Titanic" (1997) in the 1990s, "Avatar" (2009) in the 2000s, "Avatar: The Way of Water" (2022) in the 2020s, "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" (1991) in the 1980s, "Aliens" (1986) in the 1970s, "The Abyss" (1989) in the 1960s, and "True Lies" (1994) in the 1950s.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major international film critic?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Pauline Kael

  3. David Bordwell

  4. Netflix
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Explanation

Roger Ebert, Pauline Kael, and David Bordwell are all major international film critics. Netflix is a streaming service.

Multiple choice

Which Indian short film won the Academy Award for Best Short Film (Live Action) in 2019?

  1. Period. End of Sentence.

  2. The Elephant Whisperers

  3. Gully Boy

  4. Village Rockstars
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Explanation

Period. End of Sentence. is a 26-minute documentary short film directed by Rayka Zehtabchi and produced by Melissa Berton and Gabi Bertagnole.

Multiple choice

Who directed the short film 'The Lunchbox'?

  1. Ritesh Batra

  2. Anurag Kashyap

  3. Zoya Akhtar

  4. Dibakar Banerjee
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Ritesh Batra is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for directing the short film 'The Lunchbox'.

Multiple choice

Which of these short films is based on a true story?

  1. Kavi

  2. The White Tiger

  3. Titli

  4. Masaan
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Kavi is a 2016 Indian short film directed by Gregg Helvey based on the true story of Kavi Raz, a 14-year-old Indian boy who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.

Multiple choice

Which film is known for its portrayal of the linguistic diversity of India, featuring characters speaking various languages and dialects?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Slumdog Millionaire

  3. Lagaan

  4. 3 Idiots
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Explanation

Lagaan is a 2001 Indian period sports drama film set in 1893 British India. The film features characters speaking various languages and dialects, including Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Haryanvi, reflecting the linguistic diversity of India.

Multiple choice

In the film 'The Namesake', how does the protagonist's struggle with his Indian and American identities affect his relationship with his family and his sense of self?

  1. It creates a sense of conflict and tension.

  2. It leads to misunderstandings and resentment.

  3. It forces him to confront his own identity and make difficult choices.

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

In 'The Namesake', the protagonist's struggle with his Indian and American identities creates a sense of conflict and tension, leads to misunderstandings and resentment, and forces him to confront his own identity and make difficult choices.

Multiple choice

In the film "3 Idiots", what mental health issue does Rancho face due to societal pressure?

  1. Anxiety

  2. Depression

  3. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

  4. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Explanation

Rancho experiences depression due to the societal pressure to conform to academic expectations and the fear of failure.

Multiple choice

Which film portrays the struggles of a character with bipolar disorder?

  1. Black

  2. Dear Zindagi

  3. Taare Zameen Par

  4. My Name Is Khan
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Explanation

In "Black", Michelle McNally, played by Rani Mukerji, is a young woman with bipolar disorder who forms a deep bond with her teacher, Debraj Sahai.

Multiple choice

In "My Name Is Khan", what mental health condition does Rizwan Khan, played by Shah Rukh Khan, have?

  1. Autism Spectrum Disorder

  2. Schizophrenia

  3. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  4. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Explanation

Rizwan Khan is portrayed as having Autism Spectrum Disorder, characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the theme of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in the context of war?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Lakshya

  3. Border

  4. LOC: Kargil
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Explanation

The film "Border" delves into the psychological impact of war on soldiers, particularly focusing on post-traumatic stress disorder.

Multiple choice

In "Taare Zameen Par", what mental health condition does Ishaan Awasthi, played by Darsheel Safary, struggle with?

  1. Dyslexia

  2. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  3. Autism Spectrum Disorder

  4. Tourette Syndrome
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Explanation

Ishaan Awasthi is diagnosed with dyslexia, a learning disorder that affects the ability to read, write, and spell.

Multiple choice

Which film portrays the challenges faced by a character with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Explanation

In "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge", Raj Malhotra, played by Shah Rukh Khan, exhibits symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder, characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.

Multiple choice

In "Dear Zindagi", what mental health issue does Kaira, played by Alia Bhatt, grapple with?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Bipolar Disorder

  4. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
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Explanation

Kaira struggles with depression, characterized by feelings of hopelessness, emptiness, and a loss of interest in activities.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the theme of schizophrenia through the character of Shonali Bose, played by Priyanka Chopra?

  1. Fashion

  2. 7 Khoon Maaf

  3. Barfi!

  4. Bajirao Mastani
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Explanation

In "Fashion", Shonali Bose is portrayed as a model struggling with schizophrenia, a mental disorder characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized speech.