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 deals with the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the workplace?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. The Lunchbox
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Lunchbox (2013) is a film that deals with the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the workplace. The film follows the story of Ila, a young woman with cerebral palsy, who works as a tiffin carrier in Mumbai. The film was praised for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of disability in the workplace, and for challenging stereotypes.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the education system?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Hichki
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Hichki (2018) is a film that explores the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the education system. The film follows the story of Naina Mathur, a young woman with Tourette syndrome, who becomes a teacher and inspires her students to overcome their own challenges. The film was praised for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of disability in the education system, and for challenging stereotypes.

Multiple choice

Which film deals with the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the healthcare system?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Guzaarish
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Explanation

Guzaarish (2010) is a film that deals with the issue of disability and the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the healthcare system. The film follows the story of Ethan Mascarenhas, a quadriplegic magician, who files a petition in court to end his life with dignity. The film was praised for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of disability in the healthcare system, and for raising awareness about the importance of patient autonomy.

Multiple choice

In the opera "The Lighthouse," what is the name of the lighthouse keeper who believes he is communicating with aliens?

  1. Thomas Wake

  2. Robert Pattinson

  3. Willem Dafoe

  4. Val Kilmer
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Explanation

The Lighthouse is an opera based on the 2019 film of the same name. The opera tells the story of Thomas Wake, a lighthouse keeper who believes he is communicating with aliens.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film holds the record for the highest overseas gross of all time?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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Explanation

Dangal, released in 2016, grossed over $387 million overseas, making it the highest-grossing Indian film overseas of all time.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was the first to gross over $100 million overseas?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. My Name Is Khan

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
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Explanation

3 Idiots, released in 2009, was the first Indian film to gross over $100 million overseas.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in China?

  1. Dangal

  2. Secret Superstar

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. PK
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dangal grossed over $193 million in China, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in China.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in the United States?

  1. My Name Is Khan

  2. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
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Explanation

My Name Is Khan, released in 2010, grossed over $20 million in the United States, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in the United States.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in the United Kingdom?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dangal grossed over $15 million in the United Kingdom, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in the United Kingdom.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in Australia?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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Explanation

Dangal grossed over $10 million in Australia, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in Australia.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in New Zealand?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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Explanation

Dangal grossed over $5 million in New Zealand, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in New Zealand.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in South Africa?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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Explanation

Dangal grossed over $3 million in South Africa, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in South Africa.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in the Middle East?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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Explanation

Dangal grossed over $20 million in the Middle East, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in the Middle East.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in Southeast Asia?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dangal grossed over $15 million in Southeast Asia, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in Southeast Asia.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has grossed the highest amount of money in Latin America?

  1. Dangal

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. PK

  4. Secret Superstar
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dangal grossed over $10 million in Latin America, making it the highest-grossing Indian film in Latin America.