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

The 'kissing controversy' surrounding the film 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' primarily involved:

  1. Censorship of a kissing scene between the lead actors

  2. Allegations of plagiarism and copyright infringement

  3. Protests against the film's release due to its Pakistani cast members

  4. Demands for a ban on the film due to its 'vulgar' content

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Explanation

The 'kissing controversy' surrounding 'Ae Dil Hai Mushkil' stemmed from the CBFC's decision to censor a kissing scene between the lead actors, Ranbir Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, deeming it 'too sensual' and 'inappropriate' for Indian audiences.

Multiple choice

Which film was banned by the CBFC in 2015 due to its alleged 'vulgar' and 'obscene' content?

  1. Udta Punjab

  2. Lipstick Under My Burkha

  3. Padmaavat

  4. PK

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Explanation

PK, a satirical comedy-drama directed by Rajkumar Hirani, was banned by the CBFC in 2015 due to allegations that it contained 'vulgar' and 'obscene' content, including scenes involving nudity and sexual innuendos.

Multiple choice

Which film was banned by the CBFC in 2017 due to its alleged 'blasphemous' and 'offensive' content?

  1. Padmaavat

  2. Udta Punjab

  3. Lipstick Under My Burkha

  4. The Da Vinci Code

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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Da Vinci Code, a mystery thriller based on Dan Brown's novel, was banned by the CBFC in 2017 due to allegations that it contained 'blasphemous' and 'offensive' content, including references to the Holy Grail and the relationship between Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene.

Multiple choice

In the Pixar film "WALL-E", what is the name of the robot who falls in love with WALL-E?

  1. EVE

  2. M-O

  3. AUTO

  4. GO-4

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EVE is a sleek and advanced probe robot sent to Earth to search for signs of life. She is the love interest of WALL-E, a lonely robot who has been cleaning up the planet for centuries.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Shrek, a grumpy ogre who falls in love with Princess Fiona?

  1. Shrek

  2. Madagascar

  3. Kung Fu Panda

  4. Despicable Me

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Explanation

Shrek is a 2001 American computer-animated comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film features the character Shrek, a grumpy ogre who falls in love with Princess Fiona, voiced by Mike Myers and Cameron Diaz, respectively.

Multiple choice

In the Studio Ghibli film "Spirited Away", what is the name of the young girl who is transported to a magical world?

  1. Chihiro

  2. Ponyo

  3. Kiki

  4. Satsuki

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Spirited Away is a 2001 Japanese animated fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. The film follows Chihiro, a young girl who is transported to a magical world and must work to free herself and her parents.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Elsa, a queen with the power to create ice and snow?

  1. Frozen

  2. Tangled

  3. Moana

  4. Zootopia

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Explanation

Frozen is a 2013 American 3D computer-animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film features the character Elsa, a queen with the power to create ice and snow, voiced by Idina Menzel.

Multiple choice

In the Pixar film "Finding Nemo", what is the name of the clownfish who is searching for his son, Nemo?

  1. Marlin

  2. Dory

  3. Bruce

  4. Gill

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Finding Nemo is a 2003 American computer-animated comedy-drama film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. The film follows Marlin, a clownfish who is searching for his son, Nemo, who has been captured by a scuba diver.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Moana, a Polynesian princess who sets out on a journey to save her island?

  1. Moana

  2. Frozen

  3. Tangled

  4. Zootopia

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Moana is a 2016 American 3D computer-animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film features the character Moana, a Polynesian princess who sets out on a journey to save her island, voiced by Auli'i Cravalho.

Multiple choice

In the DreamWorks film "Kung Fu Panda", what is the name of the panda who is chosen to be the Dragon Warrior?

  1. Po

  2. Tigress

  3. Mantis

  4. Viper

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Explanation

Kung Fu Panda is a 2008 American computer-animated martial arts comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film features the character Po, a panda who is chosen to be the Dragon Warrior, voiced by Jack Black.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Judy Hopps, a rabbit who becomes the first rabbit police officer in Zootopia?

  1. Zootopia

  2. Frozen

  3. Tangled

  4. Moana

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Zootopia is a 2016 American 3D computer-animated comedy-adventure film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film features the character Judy Hopps, a rabbit who becomes the first rabbit police officer in Zootopia, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin.

Multiple choice

In the Pixar film "Toy Story", what is the name of the cowboy doll who is the leader of the toys?

  1. Woody

  2. Buzz Lightyear

  3. Mr. Potato Head

  4. Slinky Dog

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Explanation

Toy Story is a 1995 American computer-animated comedy-drama film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film features the character Woody, a cowboy doll who is the leader of the toys, voiced by Tom Hanks.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Rapunzel, a princess with magical long hair?

  1. Tangled

  2. Frozen

  3. Moana

  4. Zootopia

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Explanation

Tangled is a 2010 American 3D computer-animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film features the character Rapunzel, a princess with magical long hair, voiced by Mandy Moore.

Multiple choice

In the DreamWorks film "Madagascar", what is the name of the lion who is the king of the jungle?

  1. Alex

  2. Marty

  3. Melman

  4. Gloria

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Explanation

Madagascar is a 2005 American computer-animated comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film features the character Alex, a lion who is the king of the jungle, voiced by Ben Stiller.

Multiple choice

Which animated film features the character Hiccup, a young Viking who befriends a dragon named Toothless?

  1. How to Train Your Dragon

  2. Frozen

  3. Tangled

  4. Moana

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How to Train Your Dragon is a 2010 American 3D computer-animated action-adventure film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film features the character Hiccup, a young Viking who befriends a dragon named Toothless, voiced by Jay Baruchel.