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

Who was the first Indian to win the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role?

  1. Anupam Kher

  2. Irrfan Khan

  3. Naseeruddin Shah

  4. Om Puri
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Anupam Kher was the first Indian to win the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role. He won the award for his performance in the film Silver Linings Playbook (2012).

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film?

  1. Slumdog Millionaire

  2. The Lunchbox

  3. Piku

  4. Newton
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Slumdog Millionaire, a 2008 Indian film directed by Danny Boyle, won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film. The Independent Spirit Awards are presented annually by Film Independent, a non-profit organization that supports independent filmmaking.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 1983, is widely considered a landmark in the portrayal of human rights issues?

  1. Ardh Satya

  2. Aakrosh

  3. Sholay

  4. Deewaar
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Ardh Satya, directed by Govind Nihalani, is known for its realistic depiction of police brutality and corruption, highlighting the struggle for justice and human rights.

Multiple choice

Which Indian filmmaker is renowned for his socially conscious films that often explore human rights themes?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Mrinal Sen

  3. Shyam Benegal

  4. All of the above
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Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, and Shyam Benegal are all acclaimed Indian filmmakers known for their socially conscious films that address human rights issues, social justice, and the struggles of marginalized communities.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 1993, deals with the issue of caste discrimination and untouchability?

  1. Ankur

  2. Salaam Bombay!

  3. Bandit Queen

  4. Mother India
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Bandit Queen, directed by Shekhar Kapur, is a biographical film based on the life of Phoolan Devi, a woman who became a bandit after facing oppression and discrimination due to her caste.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2001, explores the issue of religious fundamentalism and its impact on human rights?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

  4. Fanaa
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Fanaa, directed by Kunal Kohli, tells the story of a young couple whose love is tested by religious differences and the rise of religious fundamentalism.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2005, deals with the issue of human trafficking and the exploitation of women?

  1. Black

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. Traffic Signal

  4. Chak De! India
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Traffic Signal, directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, sheds light on the issue of human trafficking and the plight of women who are forced into prostitution.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2012, explores the issue of child labor and the exploitation of children?

  1. Vicky Donor

  2. Barfi!

  3. Gangs of Wasseypur

  4. Chillar Party
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Chillar Party, directed by Vikas Bahl and Nitesh Tiwari, is a children's film that addresses the issue of child labor and the importance of education.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2015, deals with the issue of gender inequality and the struggles faced by women in society?

  1. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  2. Piku

  3. NH10

  4. Tanu Weds Manu Returns
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NH10, directed by Navdeep Singh, is a thriller film that explores the issue of gender inequality and the violence faced by women in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2017, addresses the issue of caste discrimination and the struggles faced by Dalits?

  1. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha

  2. Newton

  3. Mukkabaaz

  4. Dangal
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Mukkabaaz, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is a sports drama that tackles the issue of caste discrimination and the challenges faced by Dalits in pursuing their dreams.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2019, explores the issue of religious intolerance and the rise of communal violence?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Article 15

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Uri: The Surgical Strike
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Article 15, directed by Anubhav Sinha, is a crime thriller that delves into the issue of religious intolerance and the caste-based discrimination faced by Dalits.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2020, addresses the issue of environmental degradation and the impact of climate change?

  1. Thappad

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Chhapaak

  4. Sherni
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Sherni, directed by Amit Masurkar, is a drama film that highlights the issue of environmental degradation and the conflict between humans and wildlife.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2021, explores the issue of LGBTQ+ rights and the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community?

  1. 83

  2. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui

  3. Sardar Udham

  4. Mimi
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Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, directed by Abhishek Kapoor, is a romantic drama that deals with the issue of LGBTQ+ rights and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2022, addresses the issue of female infanticide and the discrimination against girls?

  1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  2. Jhund

  3. RRR

  4. Badhaai Do
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Badhaai Do, directed by Harshavardhan Kulkarni, is a comedy-drama that tackles the issue of female infanticide and the discrimination against girls in India.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2023, explores the issue of disability rights and the challenges faced by persons with disabilities?

  1. Pathaan

  2. Bhediya

  3. Drishyam 2

  4. Jawan
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There is no Indian film released in 2023 that specifically addresses the issue of disability rights. This question can be updated once a relevant film is released.