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

What is the name of Kapoor's installation that consists of a large, inflatable sphere?

  1. Cloud Gate

  2. Marsyas

  3. Turning the World Inside Out

  4. Sky Mirror
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sky Mirror is a large-scale installation that consists of a large, inflatable sphere that reflects the surrounding sky. It has been exhibited in various locations around the world.

Multiple choice

What is the name of Kapoor's installation that consists of a large, mirrored room?

  1. Cloud Gate

  2. Marsyas

  3. Turning the World Inside Out

  4. Infinity Mirror Rooms
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Infinity Mirror Rooms are large-scale installations that consist of a large, mirrored room with a series of lights and mirrors. Visitors are invited to enter the room and experience the illusion of infinite space.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Archbishop of Canterbury who officiated the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton?

  1. Rowan Williams

  2. Justin Welby

  3. Geoffrey Fisher

  4. Michael Ramsey
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Rowan Williams, the Archbishop of Canterbury at the time, officiated the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Archbishop of Canterbury who officiated the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?

  1. Justin Welby

  2. Rowan Williams

  3. Geoffrey Fisher

  4. Michael Ramsey
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury at the time, officiated the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 1955, is widely regarded as a pioneering work in addressing the issue of caste discrimination?

  1. Mother India

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Pather Panchali

  4. Naya Daur
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Explanation

Mother India, directed by Mehboob Khan, was a groundbreaking film that tackled the issue of caste discrimination head-on. It starred Nargis and Sunil Dutt in lead roles.

Multiple choice

In the 1970s, a series of films emerged in India that focused on the lives and struggles of the working class. Which of the following is considered a prominent example of this trend?

  1. Sholay

  2. Deewaar

  3. Trishul

  4. Kaagaz Ke Phool
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Deewaar, directed by Yash Chopra, is a classic example of a film that explored the themes of class struggle and social inequality. It starred Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor in lead roles.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 1983, is known for its powerful portrayal of the plight of women facing domestic violence?

  1. Arth

  2. Masoom

  3. Saaransh

  4. Avtaar
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Explanation

Arth, directed by Mahesh Bhatt, was a groundbreaking film that dealt with the issue of domestic violence in a realistic and sensitive manner. It starred Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda in lead roles.

Multiple choice

In the 1990s, a number of Indian films emerged that addressed the issue of religious intolerance and communal violence. Which of the following is considered a notable example of this trend?

  1. Bombay

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Explanation

Bombay, directed by Mani Ratnam, is a powerful film that explores the themes of religious intolerance and communal violence in the context of the 1992-1993 Mumbai riots. It starred Aamir Khan, Manisha Koirala, and Naseeruddin Shah in lead roles.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2005, is known for its exploration of the issue of caste-based discrimination in rural India?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Black

  3. Parineeta

  4. Paheli
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Explanation

Rang De Basanti, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, is a thought-provoking film that delves into the issue of caste-based discrimination in rural India. It starred Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, and Siddharth in lead roles.

Multiple choice

In recent years, a number of Indian films have addressed the issue of gender inequality and women's rights. Which of the following is considered a significant example of this trend?

  1. Pink

  2. Dangal

  3. Sultan

  4. Tiger Zinda Hai
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Explanation

Pink, directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, is a powerful film that explores the issue of gender inequality and women's rights in the context of a sexual assault case. It starred Amitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu, and Kirti Kulhari in lead roles.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2017, is known for its portrayal of the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community in India?

  1. Secret Superstar

  2. Tubelight

  3. Tiger Zinda Hai

  4. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, directed by R.S. Prasanna, is a heartwarming film that explores the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community in India. It starred Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar in lead roles.

Multiple choice

In 2018, a film was released that shed light on the issue of manual scavenging in India. Which film is it?

  1. Pad Man

  2. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha

  3. Newton

  4. Mukkabaaz
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, directed by Shree Narayan Singh, is a social drama that addresses the issue of manual scavenging in India. It starred Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar in lead roles.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2019, explored the issue of religious extremism and terrorism?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Kesari
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Uri: The Surgical Strike, directed by Aditya Dhar, is an action-thriller that explores the issue of religious extremism and terrorism in the context of the 2016 Uri attack. It starred Vicky Kaushal, Yami Gautam, and Paresh Rawal in lead roles.

Multiple choice

In 2020, a film was released that highlighted the issue of acid attacks on women in India. Which film is it?

  1. Thappad

  2. Chhapaak

  3. Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior

  4. Baaghi 3
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chhapaak, directed by Meghna Gulzar, is a biographical drama that tells the story of Laxmi Agarwal, a survivor of an acid attack. It starred Deepika Padukone and Vikrant Massey in lead roles.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2021, explored the issue of caste-based discrimination in the context of the Indian education system?

  1. Shershaah

  2. Mimi

  3. Sardar Udham

  4. Atrangi Re
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sardar Udham, directed by Shoojit Sircar, is a biographical drama that tells the story of Udham Singh, a revolutionary who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer, the former Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, in revenge for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It starred Vicky Kaushal in the lead role.