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 of the following films deals with the theme of the clash between tradition and modernity?

  1. Mother India (1957)

  2. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mother India (1957) deals with the theme of the clash between tradition and modernity, as it explores the conflict between a traditional mother and her modern son.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is NOT considered to be a classic of Indian cinema?

  1. Mother India (1957)

  2. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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Explanation

Shree 420 (1955) is not considered to be a classic of Indian cinema, as it is seen as a more commercial and less serious film than the other three.

Multiple choice

Which of the following actors is known for his portrayal of working-class characters in Indian cinema?

  1. Dilip Kumar

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Dev Anand

  4. Amitabh Bachchan
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Explanation

Amitabh Bachchan is known for his portrayal of working-class characters in Indian cinema, as he has played a variety of roles, from a factory worker to a taxi driver.

Multiple choice

Which of the following actresses is known for her portrayal of middle-class characters in Indian cinema?

  1. Nargis

  2. Madhubala

  3. Vyjayanthimala

  4. Meena Kumari
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Nargis is known for her portrayal of middle-class characters in Indian cinema, as she has played a variety of roles, from a school teacher to a housewife.

Multiple choice

Which of the following directors is known for his films about the changing class dynamics in Indian cinema?

  1. Bimal Roy

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Guru Dutt

  4. Mehboob Khan
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Explanation

Bimal Roy is known for his films about the changing class dynamics in Indian cinema, as he has directed films such as Do Bigha Zamin (1953) and Mother India (1957).

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is NOT directed by Bimal Roy?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  2. Mother India (1957)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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Explanation

Pyaasa (1957) is not directed by Bimal Roy, it is directed by Guru Dutt.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is NOT produced by Mehboob Khan?

  1. Mother India (1957)

  2. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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Explanation

Pyaasa (1957) is not produced by Mehboob Khan, it is produced by Guru Dutt.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is NOT written by Guru Dutt?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  2. Mother India (1957)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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Explanation

Do Bigha Zamin (1953) is not written by Guru Dutt, it is written by Bimal Roy.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is NOT choreographed by Saroj Khan?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin (1953)

  2. Mother India (1957)

  3. Pyaasa (1957)

  4. Shree 420 (1955)
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Explanation

Do Bigha Zamin (1953) is not choreographed by Saroj Khan, it is choreographed by B. Sohanlal.

Multiple choice

Which social issue is often addressed through Kathakali performances?

  1. Environmental conservation

  2. Gender equality

  3. Child labor

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Kathakali performances often address a wide range of social issues, including environmental conservation, gender equality, child labor, and other pressing concerns.

Multiple choice

In the 2018 film "Padmaavat", which character suffers from PTSD as a result of witnessing the death of her husband?

  1. Padmavati

  2. Ratan Singh

  3. Malik Kafur

  4. Alauddin Khilji
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Explanation

Padmavati, played by Deepika Padukone, experiences PTSD after witnessing the death of her husband, Ratan Singh, in the film "Padmaavat".

Multiple choice

In the 2016 film "Dear Zindagi", which character struggles with depression and anxiety?

  1. Kaira

  2. Jug

  3. Natasa

  4. Kunal
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Explanation

Kaira, played by Alia Bhatt, is the protagonist of "Dear Zindagi" who grapples with depression and anxiety throughout the film.

Multiple choice

In the 2013 film "Barfi!", which character has autism spectrum disorder?

  1. Barfi

  2. Shruti

  3. Jhilmil

  4. Ranjeet
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Explanation

Barfi, played by Ranbir Kapoor, is a character with autism spectrum disorder in the film "Barfi!"

Multiple choice

In the 2015 film "Bajrangi Bhaijaan", which character has selective mutism?

  1. Pawan Kumar Chaturvedi

  2. Shahida

  3. Munni

  4. Razia
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Explanation

Munni, played by Harshaali Malhotra, is a young girl with selective mutism in the film "Bajrangi Bhaijaan".

Multiple choice

In the 2019 film "Kabir Singh", which character struggles with bipolar disorder?

  1. Kabir Singh

  2. Preeti

  3. Shiva

  4. Jordi
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Explanation

Kabir Singh, played by Shahid Kapoor, is a character with bipolar disorder in the film "Kabir Singh".