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 featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Shah Rukh Khan, performed a romantic dance routine with a group of women in a nightclub?

  1. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  2. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  3. Kal Ho Naa Ho

  4. My Name Is Khan
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Explanation

Shah Rukh Khan's dance sequence in the song "Tujhe Yaad Na Meri Aayi" from the 1998 film "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its romantic nature and the fact that Khan was dancing with a group of women in a nightclub.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Aishwarya Rai, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Dhoom 2

  2. Jodhaa Akbar

  3. Guru

  4. Raavan
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Explanation

Aishwarya Rai's dance sequence in the song "Dhoom Machale" from the 2006 film "Dhoom 2" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Rai was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Salman Khan, performed a romantic dance routine with a group of women in a rain-soaked street?

  1. Maine Pyar Kiya

  2. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

  3. Tere Naam

  4. Dabangg
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Salman Khan's dance sequence in the song "Dil Deewana" from the 1989 film "Maine Pyar Kiya" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its romantic nature and the fact that Khan was dancing with a group of women in a rain-soaked street.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Priyanka Chopra, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Aitraaz

  2. Krrish

  3. Don

  4. Fashion
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Priyanka Chopra's dance sequence in the song "Pyaar Ki Pungi" from the 2004 film "Aitraaz" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Chopra was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Hrithik Roshan, performed a breakdance routine in a crowded street?

  1. Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai

  2. Koi... Mil Gaya

  3. Krrish

  4. Dhoom 2
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Hrithik Roshan's breakdance routine in the song "Ek Pal Ka Jeena" from the 2000 film "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its Western influences and lack of cultural sensitivity.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Kareena Kapoor, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Jab We Met

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Bodyguard

  4. Ra.One
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Kareena Kapoor's dance sequence in the song "Mauja Hi Mauja" from the 2007 film "Jab We Met" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Kapoor was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Ranbir Kapoor, performed a romantic dance routine with a group of women in a rain-soaked street?

  1. Saawariya

  2. Bachna Ae Haseeno

  3. Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani

  4. Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year
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Ranbir Kapoor's dance sequence in the song "Jab Se Tere Naina" from the 2007 film "Saawariya" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its romantic nature and the fact that Kapoor was dancing with a group of women in a rain-soaked street.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Deepika Padukone, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Om Shanti Om

  2. Bachna Ae Haseeno

  3. Housefull

  4. Love Aaj Kal
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Deepika Padukone's dance sequence in the song "Dhoom Tana" from the 2007 film "Om Shanti Om" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Padukone was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Shahid Kapoor, performed a breakdance routine in a crowded street?

  1. Ishq Vishk

  2. Vivah

  3. Jab We Met

  4. Kaminey
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Shahid Kapoor's breakdance routine in the song "Dil Bechara" from the 2003 film "Ishq Vishk" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its Western influences and lack of cultural sensitivity.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Katrina Kaif, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Namastey London

  2. New York

  3. Mere Brother Ki Dulhan

  4. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
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Katrina Kaif's dance sequence in the song "Ishq Shava" from the 2007 film "Namastey London" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Kaif was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actor, Akshay Kumar, performed a romantic dance routine with a group of women in a rain-soaked street?

  1. Andaaz

  2. Mujhse Shaadi Karogi

  3. Garam Masala

  4. Singh Is Kinng
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Akshay Kumar's dance sequence in the song "Main Hoon Na" from the 2003 film "Andaaz" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its romantic nature and the fact that Kumar was dancing with a group of women in a rain-soaked street.

Multiple choice

Which film featured a dance sequence in which the lead actress, Rani Mukerji, performed a sensual dance routine in a revealing outfit?

  1. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  2. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  3. Kal Ho Naa Ho

  4. Black
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Rani Mukerji's dance sequence in the song "Kaal Dhamaal" from the 2005 film "Black" was considered to be highly controversial at the time due to its sensual nature and the fact that Mukerji was wearing a revealing outfit.

Multiple choice

Which Indian theater director is known for his innovative productions that often explore the relationship between sports and society?

  1. Badal Sarkar

  2. Girish Karnad

  3. Habib Tanvir

  4. Ratan Thiyam
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ratan Thiyam is a renowned Indian theater director from Manipur, known for his experimental productions that often explore social and political issues, including the relationship between sports and society.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film director is known for his critically acclaimed sports dramas, including 'Lagaan' and 'Chak De! India'?

  1. Ashutosh Gowariker

  2. Shimit Amin

  3. Imtiaz Ali

  4. Anurag Kashyap
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Ashutosh Gowariker is an Indian film director known for his sports dramas, including 'Lagaan' (2001) and 'Chak De! India' (2007), which explore themes of patriotism, teamwork, and social change.

Multiple choice

Which of the following Indian sports films is based on the true story of the Indian women's hockey team's victory at the 2002 Commonwealth Games?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Chak De! India

  3. Dangal

  4. Mary Kom
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chak De! India is a 2007 Indian sports drama film based on the true story of the Indian women's hockey team's victory at the 2002 Commonwealth Games.