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

In the movie "Piku", what mental health condition does Bhaskor Banerjee have?

  1. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

  2. Anxiety

  3. Depression

  4. Bipolar disorder
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Bhaskor Banerjee, the protagonist of "Piku", has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Dangal", what mental health condition does Geeta Phogat have?

  1. Anxiety

  2. Depression

  3. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

Geeta Phogat, the protagonist of "Dangal", does not have any mental health conditions. She is portrayed as a strong and determined wrestler who overcomes various challenges to achieve her goals.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Andhadhun", what mental health condition does Akash have?

  1. Blindness

  2. Deafness

  3. Autism

  4. Down syndrome
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Explanation

Akash, the protagonist of "Andhadhun", is blind, which significantly impacts his ability to navigate the world around him and interact with others.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Gully Boy", what mental health condition does Murad Ahmed have?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

Murad Ahmed, the protagonist of "Gully Boy", does not have any mental health conditions. He is portrayed as a young man who struggles with poverty and social inequality but finds solace and expression through rap music.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Thappad", what mental health condition does Amrita Sandhu have?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Amrita Sandhu, the protagonist of "Thappad", develops post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after experiencing domestic violence.

Multiple choice

Which film is considered to be the first mainstream Indian film to portray a gay relationship?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Margarita with a Straw
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Deepa Mehta's 1996 film 'Fire' broke new ground by featuring a lesbian relationship between two married women.

Multiple choice

Which film dealt with the issue of HIV/AIDS in the context of a gay relationship?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Margarita with a Straw
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Onir's 2005 film 'My Brother Nikhil' was a groundbreaking film that addressed the stigma and discrimination faced by people living with HIV/AIDS, particularly in the context of a gay relationship.

Multiple choice

Which film explored the life of a transgender woman in rural India?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Margarita with a Straw
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shonali Bose's 2014 film 'Margarita with a Straw' featured a protagonist, Laila, who is a lesbian woman with cerebral palsy, and also explores the life of a transgender woman named Khanum.

Multiple choice

Which film dealt with the issue of homophobia and discrimination faced by a gay professor in a small town?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Margarita with a Straw
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hansal Mehta's 2015 film 'Aligarh' was based on the real-life story of Professor Shrinivas Ramchandra Siras, who was suspended from his job at Aligarh Muslim University after his same-sex relationship was revealed.

Multiple choice

Which film explored the theme of gender fluidity and the complexities of identity?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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Explanation

Shelly Chopra Dhar's 2019 film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' featured a protagonist, Sweety, who struggles with her gender identity and eventually comes out as transgender.

Multiple choice

Which film dealt with the issue of same-sex marriage and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ couples in India?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Hitesh Kewalya's 2020 film 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan' was a mainstream Bollywood film that dealt with the issue of same-sex marriage and the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ couples in India.

Multiple choice

Which film explored the theme of queer love and identity in the context of a small-town setting?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Badhaai Do
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Harshavardhan Kulkarni's 2022 film 'Badhaai Do' featured a protagonist, Shardul, who is a gay police officer, and explores the theme of queer love and identity in the context of a small-town setting.

Multiple choice

Which film dealt with the issue of homophobia and discrimination faced by a lesbian couple in a conservative society?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. The World Before Her
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Explanation

Nisha Ganatra's 2021 film 'The World Before Her' explored the theme of homophobia and discrimination faced by a lesbian couple in a conservative society.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a protagonist who is a transgender woman and explores the challenges she faces in her personal and professional life?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Njan Marykutty
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Explanation

Sanal Kumar Sasidharan's 2018 film 'Njan Marykutty' featured a protagonist, Marykutty, who is a transgender woman and explores the challenges she faces in her personal and professional life.

Multiple choice

Which film dealt with the issue of discrimination faced by a gay couple in the context of adoption and surrogacy?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Aligarh

  4. Cobalt Blue
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sachin Kundalkar's 2022 film 'Cobalt Blue' explored the theme of discrimination faced by a gay couple in the context of adoption and surrogacy.