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 square dance caller is known for his unique style of calling that incorporates elements of improvisation and spontaneity?

  1. Jack Lasry

  2. Bob Page

  3. Charlie Baldwin

  4. Dudley Laufman
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Jack Lasry is famous for his improvisational calling style, often departing from traditional patterns and creating unique and unpredictable sequences that keep dancers engaged and entertained.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film is widely regarded as the first talkie?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Kalidas

  4. Devdas
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Alam Ara, released in 1931, is considered to be the first Indian talkie.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film "Alam Ara"?

  1. Ardeshir Irani

  2. V. Shantaram

  3. Mehboob Khan

  4. Raj Kapoor
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Ardeshir Irani directed the film "Alam Ara".

Multiple choice

Which actress played the female lead in "Alam Ara"?

  1. Zubeida

  2. Devika Rani

  3. Madhubala

  4. Nargis
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Zubeida played the female lead in "Alam Ara".

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first Tamil talkie?

  1. Kalidas

  2. Raja Harishchandra

  3. Alam Ara

  4. Madurai Veeran
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Kalidas, released in 1931, was the first Tamil talkie.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film "Madurai Veeran"?

  1. Ellis R. Dungan

  2. H. M. Reddy

  3. K. Subramanyam

  4. Raja Chandrasekhar
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Explanation

Ellis R. Dungan directed the film "Madurai Veeran".

Multiple choice

Which actress played the female lead in "Madurai Veeran"?

  1. T. P. Rajalakshmi

  2. M. S. Subbulakshmi

  3. B. Saroja Devi

  4. P. Bhanumathi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

T. P. Rajalakshmi played the female lead in "Madurai Veeran".

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first Kannada talkie?

  1. Sati Sulochana

  2. Bhakta Prahlada

  3. Seetharama Kalyana

  4. Bhakta Dhruva
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sati Sulochana, released in 1934, was the first Kannada talkie.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film "Sati Sulochana"?

  1. Y. V. Rao

  2. B. R. Panthulu

  3. H. L. N. Simha

  4. R. Nagendra Rao
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Y. V. Rao directed the film "Sati Sulochana".

Multiple choice

Which actress played the female lead in "Sati Sulochana"?

  1. T. P. Rajalakshmi

  2. M. S. Subbulakshmi

  3. B. Saroja Devi

  4. P. Bhanumathi
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Explanation

T. P. Rajalakshmi played the female lead in "Sati Sulochana".

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first Malayalam talkie?

  1. Balan

  2. Marthanda Varma

  3. Vigathakumaran

  4. Jeevithanauka
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Balan, released in 1938, was the first Malayalam talkie.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film "Balan"?

  1. S. Nottani

  2. P. J. Cherian

  3. Kunchacko

  4. P. Subramaniam
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Explanation

S. Nottani directed the film "Balan".

Multiple choice

Which actress played the female lead in "Balan"?

  1. P. K. Rosy

  2. T. R. Omana

  3. Miss Kumari

  4. Sarojini
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Explanation

P. K. Rosy played the female lead in "Balan".

Multiple choice

What was the name of the first Telugu talkie?

  1. Bhakta Prahlada

  2. Seetharama Kalyana

  3. Bhakta Dhruva

  4. Malapilla
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Explanation

Bhakta Prahlada, released in 1931, was the first Telugu talkie.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film "Bhakta Prahlada"?

  1. H. M. Reddy

  2. K. Subramanyam

  3. Raja Chandrasekhar

  4. B. N. Reddi
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
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Explanation

H. M. Reddy directed the film "Bhakta Prahlada".