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

In which film does a Dalit woman challenge the caste system by becoming a doctor and fighting for the rights of her community?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Sairat

  3. Article 15

  4. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar is a 2000 Indian biographical film directed by Jabbar Patel. The film tells the story of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, a Dalit leader and the architect of the Indian Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the issue of caste discrimination in the context of a Dalit man's struggle to find a place in a society that is dominated by upper-caste values?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Sairat

  3. Article 15

  4. Pariyerum Perumal
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Pariyerum Perumal is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Mari Selvaraj. The film explores the issue of caste discrimination in the context of a Dalit man's struggle to find a place in a society that is dominated by upper-caste values.

Multiple choice

In which film does a Dalit woman challenge the caste system by becoming a teacher and fighting for the rights of her community?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Sairat

  3. Article 15

  4. Sarpatta Parambarai
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sarpatta Parambarai is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language sports drama film directed by Pa. Ranjith. The film tells the story of a Dalit woman who challenges the caste system by becoming a teacher and fighting for the rights of her community.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the issue of caste discrimination in the context of a Dalit man's struggle to find love and acceptance in a society that is dominated by upper-caste values?

  1. Mukkabaaz

  2. Sairat

  3. Article 15

  4. Karnan
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Explanation

Karnan is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Mari Selvaraj. The film explores the issue of caste discrimination in the context of a Dalit man's struggle to find love and acceptance in a society that is dominated by upper-caste values.

Multiple choice

Which Indian blockbuster film is known for its stunning visuals and innovative use of camera techniques?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Baahubali: The Beginning

  3. Dangal

  4. PK
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Baahubali: The Beginning is a visually stunning film that features breathtaking cinematography, including sweeping shots of the kingdom and intricate battle scenes.

Multiple choice

Which Indian cinematographer is known for his work on blockbuster films such as "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" and "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham"?

  1. Ravi K. Chandran

  2. Santosh Sivan

  3. Javed Jaffrey

  4. Anil Mehta
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Explanation

Anil Mehta is a renowned Indian cinematographer who has worked on numerous blockbuster films, including "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" and "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham".

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of long takes and fluid camera movements?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Black

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Sholay
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Black is a film that features several long takes and fluid camera movements, which help to create a sense of realism and immersion.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of vibrant colors and striking visuals?

  1. Devdas

  2. Jodhaa Akbar

  3. Lagaan

  4. Om Shanti Om
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Explanation

Devdas is a film that is known for its use of vibrant colors and striking visuals, which help to create a visually stunning experience.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of innovative lighting techniques?

  1. Haider

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Padmaavat

  4. Raazi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Haider is a film that is known for its use of innovative lighting techniques, which help to create a unique and atmospheric visual style.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of aerial cinematography?

  1. Krrish 3

  2. Dhoom 3

  3. Bang Bang!

  4. War
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Explanation

War is a film that is known for its use of aerial cinematography, which helps to create stunning visuals of the action sequences.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of underwater cinematography?

  1. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  2. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Mohabbatein
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Explanation

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is a film that is known for its use of underwater cinematography, which helps to create a sense of romance and magic.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of slow-motion cinematography?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Black

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Sholay
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Explanation

Rang De Basanti is a film that is known for its use of slow-motion cinematography, which helps to create a sense of drama and intensity.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of time-lapse cinematography?

  1. Devdas

  2. Jodhaa Akbar

  3. Lagaan

  4. Om Shanti Om
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lagaan is a film that is known for its use of time-lapse cinematography, which helps to create a sense of the passage of time and the changing seasons.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of stop-motion cinematography?

  1. Haider

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Padmaavat

  4. Raazi
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Explanation

Haider is a film that is known for its use of stop-motion cinematography, which helps to create a unique and stylized visual style.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is known for its use of CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery)?

  1. Krrish 3

  2. Dhoom 3

  3. Bang Bang!

  4. War
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Krrish 3 is a film that is known for its use of CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery), which helps to create stunning visuals and action sequences.