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 documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1983?

  1. Gandhi

  2. Ardh Satya

  3. Masoom

  4. Vijeta
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Explanation

Gandhi won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1983.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1995?

  1. Bandit Queen

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Rangeela

  4. 1942: A Love Story
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Explanation

Bandit Queen won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1995.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2005?

  1. Black

  2. Swades

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Lage Raho Munna Bhai
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Explanation

Black won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2005.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2010?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. My Name Is Khan

  3. Dabangg

  4. Raajneeti
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Explanation

3 Idiots won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2010.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2015?

  1. PK

  2. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  3. Tanu Weds Manu Returns

  4. Piku
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Explanation

PK won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2015.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2020?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Article 15
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Explanation

Gully Boy won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1960?

  1. Mughal-e-Azam

  2. Anari

  3. Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai

  4. Madhumati
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Jis Desh Men Ganga Behti Hai won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1960.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1965?

  1. Waqt

  2. Gumnaam

  3. Shaheed

  4. Haqeeqat
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Haqeeqat won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1965.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1970?

  1. Aradhana

  2. Satyakam

  3. Khilona

  4. Do Raaste
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Satyakam won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1970.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1980?

  1. Sholay

  2. Deewaar

  3. Trishul

  4. Kaala Patthar
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Explanation

Sholay won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1980.

Multiple choice

Which documentary film won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1990?

  1. Maine Pyar Kiya

  2. Dil

  3. Lamhe

  4. Saajan
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Explanation

Maine Pyar Kiya won the National Film Award for Best Documentary Film in 1990.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film (Inkonata Lingvo)?

  1. Martin Zagata

  2. Mike Judge

  3. Steven Spielberg

  4. Quentin Tarantino
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Explanation

Martin Zagata directed the 2001 film (Inkonata Lingvo), also known as (Unknown Language).

Multiple choice

In the movie "Forrest Gump", what type of shoes does Forrest wear during his cross-country run?

  1. Running shoes

  2. Hiking boots

  3. Tennis shoes

  4. Converse sneakers
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Explanation

Forrest Gump's running shoes symbolize his determination and perseverance as he runs across the country.

Multiple choice

In the movie "Pretty Woman", what type of shoes does Vivian Ward wear when she transforms her look?

  1. High heels

  2. Boots

  3. Flats

  4. Sandals
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Explanation

Vivian Ward's transformation from a streetwalker to a sophisticated woman is symbolized by her iconic red high heels.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Matrix", what type of shoes do Neo and Trinity wear during their fight scenes?

  1. Combat boots

  2. Sneakers

  3. High heels

  4. Sandals
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Explanation

Neo and Trinity's combat boots symbolize their strength and agility in the virtual world of the Matrix.