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, directed by Anurag Kashyap, explores the theme of mental illness and the stigma associated with it?

  1. Gangs of Wasseypur

  2. Dev.D

  3. Ugly

  4. Black Friday
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Ugly, starring Rahul Bhat, Ronit Roy, and Tejaswini Kolhapure, delves into the dark side of human nature and the impact of mental illness on individuals and their relationships.

Multiple choice

In the film 'My Name Is Khan', what is the name of the character with Asperger's syndrome?

  1. Rizwan Khan

  2. Mandira Khan

  3. Sameer Khan

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

Rizwan Khan, played by Shah Rukh Khan, is the character with Asperger's syndrome who embarks on a journey to meet the President of the United States.

Multiple choice

Which film, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, addresses the issue of mental health in the context of the Indian education system?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Swades

  3. Jodhaa Akbar

  4. Mohenjo Daro
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Swades, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Gayatri Joshi, explores the challenges faced by Indian youth in the education system and the impact it has on their mental well-being.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Aamir', what is the name of the character who struggles with Tourette syndrome?

  1. Aamir Khan

  2. Dr. Asperger

  3. Nikumbh

  4. Ishaan Awasthi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Aamir Khan, played by Rajkummar Rao, is the character who struggles with Tourette syndrome and finds solace in his love for music.

Multiple choice

Which film, directed by Zoya Akhtar, explores the theme of mental health and the importance of seeking professional help?

  1. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  2. Dil Dhadakne Do

  3. Gully Boy

  4. Luck by Chance
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Dil Dhadakne Do, starring Anil Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, and Anushka Sharma, delves into the lives of a dysfunctional family and their struggles with mental health issues.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Barfi!', what is the name of the character with autism?

  1. Barfi

  2. Shruti

  3. Jhilmil

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

Barfi, played by Ranbir Kapoor, is the character with autism who finds love and acceptance despite his challenges.

Multiple choice

Which film, directed by Imtiaz Ali, addresses the issue of bipolar disorder?

  1. Jab We Met

  2. Love Aaj Kal

  3. Rockstar

  4. Highway
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Rockstar, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri, explores the life of a musician who struggles with bipolar disorder and his journey to find love and success.

Multiple choice

Which film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, explores the theme of mental health and the impact of trauma on an individual's life?

  1. Kaminey

  2. Haider

  3. Omkara

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

Haider, starring Shahid Kapoor and Tabu, is an adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet and delves into the themes of mental health, trauma, and the consequences of violence.

Multiple choice

In the film 'The Lunchbox', what is the name of the character who struggles with depression?

  1. Ila

  2. Saajan Fernandes

  3. Ashok Gupte

  4. Ritesh Batra
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ila, played by Nimrat Kaur, is the character who struggles with depression and finds solace in her connection with a stranger through a lunchbox.

Multiple choice

Which film, directed by Ritesh Batra, addresses the issue of mental health in the context of urban loneliness and alienation?

  1. The Lunchbox

  2. Photograph

  3. Our Souls at Night

  4. The Sense of an Ending
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Lunchbox, starring Irrfan Khan and Nimrat Kaur, explores the lives of two lonely individuals who connect through a lunchbox and find solace in each other's company.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for the Oscar-winning song "Moon River" from "Breakfast at Tiffany's"?

  1. Johnny Mercer

  2. Henry Mancini

  3. Audrey Hepburn

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

Johnny Mercer wrote the lyrics for "Moon River", while Henry Mancini composed the music.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for the Oscar-winning song "I Just Called to Say I Love You" from "The Woman in Red"?

  1. Stevie Wonder

  2. Lionel Richie

  3. Quincy Jones

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

Stevie Wonder wrote both the music and lyrics for "I Just Called to Say I Love You".

Multiple choice

Who wrote the lyrics for the Oscar-winning song "Falling Slowly" from "Once"?

  1. Glen Hansard

  2. Markéta Irglová

  3. John Carney

  4. Fergus O'Farrell
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Glen Hansard wrote both the music and lyrics for "Falling Slowly".

Multiple choice

In the film 'Mad Max: Fury Road', what is the name of the tyrannical warlord who controls the precious water resources in a post-apocalyptic wasteland?

  1. Immortan Joe

  2. Lord Humungus

  3. Master Blaster

  4. Toecutter
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Immortan Joe is the ruthless warlord who rules over the Citadel, a fortress that controls the water supply in the post-apocalyptic world of Mad Max: Fury Road.

Multiple choice

In the film "The Machinist", what is the name of the machinist who suffers from insomnia and begins to hallucinate?

  1. Trevor Reznik

  2. Ivan Ivanov

  3. Stevie Ward

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

Trevor Reznik is the machinist who suffers from insomnia and begins to hallucinate.