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 is considered the king of burlesque?

  1. W.C. Fields

  2. Charlie Chaplin

  3. Buster Keaton

  4. Groucho Marx
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W.C. Fields is considered the king of burlesque.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the caste system and its impact on society?

  1. Masaan

  2. Article 15

  3. Sairat

  4. All of the above
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All of the mentioned films, 'Masaan', 'Article 15', and 'Sairat', have received critical acclaim for their realistic and thought-provoking portrayal of the caste system and its consequences.

Multiple choice

Which renowned Indian filmmaker is known for consistently addressing caste issues and social inequality in his films?

  1. Mani Ratnam

  2. Satyajit Ray

  3. Mira Nair

  4. Anurag Kashyap
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Mani Ratnam is widely recognized for his films that explore caste-based discrimination and social inequality, such as 'Roja', 'Bombay', and 'Dil Se'.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Kangana Ranaut, challenge the patriarchal norms and caste discrimination prevalent in her village?

  1. Queen

  2. Tanu Weds Manu

  3. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

  4. Panga
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'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' features Kangana Ranaut as Rani Laxmibai, who fights against the British colonial rule and challenges societal norms, including caste discrimination.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films explores the theme of inter-caste love and the challenges faced by couples from different caste backgrounds?

  1. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
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'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' delves into the complexities of inter-caste love and the societal pressures faced by the protagonists, played by Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Ayushmann Khurrana, challenge gender stereotypes and caste discrimination by pursuing his passion for classical dance?

  1. Vicky Donor

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Badhaai Ho

  4. Dream Girl
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'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan' features Ayushmann Khurrana as a gay man who faces societal prejudice and caste discrimination while pursuing his relationship with his partner.

Multiple choice

Which film is known for its depiction of the struggles faced by Dalit communities and the caste-based discrimination they encounter?

  1. Court

  2. Ankhon Dekhi

  3. Newton

  4. Mukkabaaz
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'Court' is a critically acclaimed film that explores the complexities of the Indian legal system and the challenges faced by Dalit communities in seeking justice.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films addresses the issue of caste-based violence and the impact it has on the lives of marginalized communities?

  1. Article 15

  2. Masaan

  3. Sairat

  4. Newton
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'Article 15' delves into the investigation of a series of caste-based crimes and the systemic discrimination faced by marginalized communities.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Rajkummar Rao, challenge the caste-based hierarchy and fight for the rights of marginalized communities?

  1. Newton

  2. Trapped

  3. Omerta

  4. Shahid
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'Shahid' is a biographical film based on the life of Shahid Azmi, a human rights lawyer who fought against caste-based discrimination and police brutality.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films explores the theme of caste-based discrimination in the context of education and the challenges faced by students from marginalized communities?

  1. Super 30

  2. Paan Singh Tomar

  3. Dangal

  4. Chhichhore
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'Super 30' features Hrithik Roshan as a mathematician who establishes a coaching institute to provide free education to underprivileged students, highlighting the struggles faced by marginalized communities in accessing quality education.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Vidya Balan, challenge societal norms and caste discrimination by pursuing her dream of becoming a classical singer?

  1. The Dirty Picture

  2. Kahaani

  3. Ishqiya

  4. Paa
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'Paa' features Vidya Balan as a single mother who raises her son, played by Amitabh Bachchan, who suffers from progeria, while facing societal prejudice and caste discrimination.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films addresses the issue of caste-based discrimination in the context of employment and the challenges faced by marginalized communities in finding dignified work?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Newton

  3. Article 15

  4. Sairat
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'Mukkabaaz' explores the struggles of a boxer from a marginalized community as he faces caste-based discrimination and challenges in pursuing his boxing career.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui, challenge the caste-based hierarchy and fight for the rights of marginalized communities through political activism?

  1. Manjhi - The Mountain Man

  2. Raman Raghav 2.0

  3. Haraamkhor

  4. Gangs of Wasseypur
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'Gangs of Wasseypur' features Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a gangster who rises through the ranks and challenges the dominance of upper-caste gangs in his region.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films explores the theme of caste-based discrimination in the context of marriage and the challenges faced by couples from different caste backgrounds?

  1. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
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'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' delves into the complexities of inter-caste love and the societal pressures faced by the protagonists, played by Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai.

Multiple choice

In which film does the protagonist, played by Amitabh Bachchan, challenge the caste-based hierarchy and fight for the rights of marginalized communities through legal activism?

  1. Piku

  2. Shamitabh

  3. Bhoothnath Returns

  4. Pink
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'Pink' features Amitabh Bachchan as a retired lawyer who defends three young women who are victims of a sexual assault and challenges the patriarchal and caste-based norms of society.