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 2016 sports drama film follows the journey of a young boxer from the slums of Mumbai as he fights for recognition and a better life?

  1. Dangal

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Mukkabaaz

  4. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mukkabaaz, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is a 2016 sports drama film that tells the story of Shravan Kumar (Vineet Kumar Singh), a young boxer from the slums of Mumbai who faces numerous challenges as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional boxer.

Multiple choice

Which 2017 sports drama film follows the journey of a young wrestler from Haryana as she fights against societal norms and prejudices to pursue her passion for wrestling?

  1. Dangal

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Sultan

  4. Panga
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dangal, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is a 2016 biographical sports drama film that tells the story of Mahavir Singh Phogat (Aamir Khan), a former wrestler who trains his daughters Geeta Phogat (Fatima Sana Shaikh) and Babita Phogat (Sanya Malhotra) to become world-class wrestlers.

Multiple choice

Which 2019 sports drama film follows the journey of a young Indian boxer from the slums of Mumbai as he fights for recognition and a better life?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Dangal

  4. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Mukkabaaz, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is a 2016 sports drama film that tells the story of Shravan Kumar (Vineet Kumar Singh), a young boxer from the slums of Mumbai who faces numerous challenges as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional boxer.

Multiple choice

Which 2017 sports drama film follows the journey of a young Indian cricketer from a small town as he fights against all odds to make it to the national team?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Dangal

  4. M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story, directed by Neeraj Pandey, is a 2016 biographical sports drama film that tells the story of Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Sushant Singh Rajput), a young cricketer from a small town who overcomes numerous challenges to become the captain of the Indian cricket team and lead them to victory in the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Multiple choice

Which 2021 sports drama film follows the journey of a young Indian boxer from the slums of Mumbai as he fights for recognition and a better life?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Dangal

  4. Toofaan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Toofaan, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, is a 2021 sports drama film that tells the story of Aziz Ali (Farhan Akhtar), a young boxer from the slums of Mumbai who faces numerous challenges as he pursues his dream of becoming a professional boxer.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 1955, is considered a pioneering work in depicting the plight of the poor in urban India?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Mother India

  4. Shree 420
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Do Bigha Zamin, directed by Bimal Roy, is widely regarded as one of the first Indian films to realistically portray the struggles of the urban poor, particularly the plight of farmers.

Multiple choice

In the 1975 film "Deewaar," what is the name of the protagonist who turns to a life of crime to escape poverty?

  1. Vijay

  2. Ravi

  3. Shashi

  4. Amit
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Vijay, played by Amitabh Bachchan, is the protagonist of "Deewaar" who is forced into a life of crime due to the poverty and injustice he faces.

Multiple choice

Which 1983 film, directed by Shyam Benegal, explores the theme of bonded labor and the exploitation of the poor in rural India?

  1. Manthan

  2. Bhumika

  3. Nishant

  4. Junoon
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Explanation

Manthan, directed by Shyam Benegal, is a powerful film that sheds light on the issue of bonded labor and the exploitation of the poor in rural India.

Multiple choice

In the 1987 film "Mirch Masala," what is the name of the village woman who leads a protest against the oppressive landlord?

  1. Sonbai

  2. Sanju

  3. Lakshmi

  4. Ganga
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sonbai, played by Smita Patil, is the protagonist of "Mirch Masala" who leads a protest against the oppressive landlord, Subhash Ghai.

Multiple choice

Which 1992 film, directed by Govind Nihalani, depicts the struggles of a Dalit family in rural India?

  1. Drohkaal

  2. Aakrosh

  3. Ardh Satya

  4. Tamas
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Drohkaal, directed by Govind Nihalani, is a powerful film that explores the struggles of a Dalit family in rural India and the social injustices they face.

Multiple choice

In the 2001 film "Lagaan," what is the name of the village that is forced to pay a heavy tax to the British?

  1. Champaner

  2. Gondal

  3. Porbandar

  4. Junagadh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Champaner is the village in "Lagaan" that is forced to pay a heavy tax to the British, leading to a cricket match between the villagers and the British team.

Multiple choice

Which 2005 film, directed by Prakash Jha, explores the issue of corruption and the exploitation of the poor by politicians?

  1. Apaharan

  2. Raajneeti

  3. Gangaajal

  4. Aarakshan
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Explanation

Apaharan, directed by Prakash Jha, is a powerful film that explores the issue of corruption and the exploitation of the poor by politicians.

Multiple choice

In the 2008 film "Slumdog Millionaire," what is the name of the slum in Mumbai where the protagonist, Jamal Malik, lives?

  1. Dharavi

  2. Andheri

  3. Bandra

  4. Juhu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dharavi is the slum in Mumbai where Jamal Malik, the protagonist of "Slumdog Millionaire," lives.

Multiple choice

Which 2012 film, directed by Anurag Kashyap, explores the theme of poverty and violence in the slums of Mumbai?

  1. Gangs of Wasseypur

  2. Ugly

  3. That Girl in Yellow Boots

  4. Bombay Velvet
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gangs of Wasseypur, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is a powerful film that explores the theme of poverty and violence in the slums of Mumbai.

Multiple choice

In the 2015 film "Bajrangi Bhaijaan," what is the name of the Pakistani girl who gets lost in India and is helped by a kind-hearted Indian man?

  1. Shahida

  2. Munni

  3. Guddu

  4. Babli
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Shahida is the Pakistani girl who gets lost in India and is helped by a kind-hearted Indian man, Pawan Kumar Chaturvedi, in "Bajrangi Bhaijaan."