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 Indian film has been the most expensive to produce?

  1. 2.0

  2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  3. Brahmastra

  4. RRR
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2.0, released in 2018, is the most expensive Indian film ever made, with a budget of over ₹500 crores.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film has been the most profitable?

  1. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion

  2. PK

  3. Dangal

  4. Sanju
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Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, released in 2017, is the most profitable Indian film of all time, having grossed over ₹1,800 crores worldwide.

Multiple choice

Who won the Golden Schmoe for Best Actor in 2021?

  1. Will Smith

  2. Leonardo DiCaprio

  3. Benedict Cumberbatch

  4. Andrew Garfield
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Explanation

Will Smith won the Golden Schmoe for Best Actor in 2021 for his performance in King Richard.

Multiple choice

Who won the Golden Schmoe for Best Director in 2019?

  1. Quentin Tarantino

  2. Martin Scorsese

  3. Bong Joon-ho

  4. Sam Mendes
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Quentin Tarantino won the Golden Schmoe for Best Director in 2019 for his film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

Multiple choice

What are some of the key opportunities for the animation and VFX industry in India in the coming years?

  1. Growing demand for animation and VFX content from various industries

  2. Government support for the industry

  3. Increasing adoption of digital technologies in manufacturing

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Key opportunities for the animation and VFX industry in India in the coming years include growing demand for animation and VFX content from various industries, government support for the industry, and increasing adoption of digital technologies in manufacturing.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the objectification of women?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Jab We Met

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Dhoom 3
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Explanation

Dhoom 3 is known for its objectification of women, with the female characters being portrayed as mere objects of desire for the male characters.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the unrealistic body standards for women?

  1. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

  4. Kal Ho Naa Ho
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Explanation

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is known for its portrayal of unrealistic body standards for women, with the female characters being portrayed as having perfect bodies that are unattainable for most women.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the objectification of men?

  1. Dostana

  2. Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa

  3. Dil Chahta Hai

  4. Rang De Basanti
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Explanation

Dostana is known for its objectification of men, with the male characters being portrayed as mere objects of desire for the female characters.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the unrealistic body standards for men?

  1. Ghajini

  2. Dhoom

  3. Krrish

  4. Ra.One
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Explanation

Ghajini is known for its portrayal of unrealistic body standards for men, with the male characters being portrayed as having perfect bodies that are unattainable for most men.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender stereotypes?

  1. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

  2. Dil To Pagal Hai

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Explanation

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is known for its portrayal of gender stereotypes, with the male characters being portrayed as strong and dominant, while the female characters are portrayed as weak and submissive.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender equality?

  1. English Vinglish

  2. Queen

  3. Piku

  4. Nil Battey Sannata
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Explanation

English Vinglish is known for its portrayal of gender equality, with the female character being portrayed as strong and independent, and the male character being portrayed as supportive and understanding.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the body positivity?

  1. Dum Laga Ke Haisha

  2. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan

  3. Badhaai Ho

  4. Bala
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Dum Laga Ke Haisha is known for its portrayal of body positivity, with the female character being portrayed as beautiful and desirable, despite not conforming to the traditional standards of beauty.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender fluidity?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui
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Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga is known for its portrayal of gender fluidity, with the female character being portrayed as questioning her gender identity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the transgender experience?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Shaandaar

  3. Kapoor & Sons

  4. Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
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Bombay Talkies is known for its portrayal of the transgender experience, with one of the segments focusing on the life of a transgender woman.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and caste?

  1. Masaan

  2. Ankhon Dekhi

  3. Titli

  4. Newton
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Masaan is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and caste, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and caste.