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 features a Kathakali performance as a symbol of cultural resistance against colonial rule?

  1. Gandhi

  2. The Legend of Bhagat Singh

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. Lagaan
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Explanation

In the 2001 Indian sports drama film 'Lagaan', a Kathakali performance is used as a symbol of cultural resistance against colonial rule. The villagers perform Kathakali to raise funds for their village and challenge the oppressive taxes imposed by the British colonizers.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film features a Kathakali performance as a metaphor for the protagonist's inner struggles?

  1. Black

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Taare Zameen Par

  4. My Name Is Khan
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Explanation

In the 2005 Indian drama film 'Black', a Kathakali performance is used as a metaphor for the protagonist's inner struggles. The protagonist, a blind and deaf girl, finds solace and expression through Kathakali, which helps her overcome her challenges and connect with the world around her.

Multiple choice

Which film archive is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cinematic heritage of India?

  1. National Film Archive of India

  2. Film Heritage Foundation

  3. Indian Film Institute

  4. Central Board of Film Certification
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Explanation

The National Film Archive of India, located in Pune, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cinematic heritage of India, housing a vast collection of Indian films.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is considered to be a landmark in the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in Indian cinema?

  1. Fire

  2. My Brother Nikhil

  3. Margarita with a Straw

  4. Aligarh
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Explanation

Fire (1996), directed by Deepa Mehta, is widely regarded as a groundbreaking film for its portrayal of a lesbian relationship between two married women.

Multiple choice

Which actor played the role of a transgender woman in the film 'Aligarh'?

  1. Manoj Bajpayee

  2. Rajkummar Rao

  3. Pankaj Tripathi

  4. Neena Gupta
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Explanation

Manoj Bajpayee delivered a powerful performance as a gay professor facing discrimination in 'Aligarh' (2015).

Multiple choice

Which film explores the theme of a gay love story between two men?

  1. Kapoor & Sons

  2. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  3. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  4. Badhaai Do
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan (2020) is a romantic comedy that follows the journey of a gay couple and their families.

Multiple choice

Which film features a transgender character who is a sex worker?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Fashion

  3. Gulaab Gang

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Lipstick Under My Burkha (2016) includes a transgender character named Babli, played by Vaani Sharma, who is a sex worker.

Multiple choice

Who directed the film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga'?

  1. Shashank Khaitan

  2. Karan Johar

  3. Gauri Shinde

  4. Shakun Batra
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Explanation

Shelly Chopra Dhar directed the film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' (2019), which explores a lesbian love story.

Multiple choice

Which film features a gay couple who adopt a child?

  1. Badhaai Do

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Margarita with a Straw
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Explanation

Badhaai Do (2022) revolves around a lesbian couple, played by Bhumi Pednekar and Chum Darang, who decide to adopt a child.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the character played by Ayushmann Khurrana in the film 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan'?

  1. Kartik Singh

  2. Aman Tripathi

  3. Chaman Kohli

  4. Sahil Malhotra
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Explanation

Ayushmann Khurrana essayed the role of Kartik Singh, a gay man who falls in love with Aman Tripathi, played by Jitendra Kumar.

Multiple choice

Which film explores the theme of a lesbian relationship between two women from different social backgrounds?

  1. Fire

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha
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Explanation

Fire (1996) delves into the complex relationship between Radha (Shabana Azmi) and Sita (Nandita Das), two women from different social backgrounds who find love and solace in each other.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the character played by Rajkummar Rao in the film 'Aligarh'?

  1. Aman Tripathi

  2. Kartik Singh

  3. Sridhar Tiwari

  4. Deepak Kumar
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Explanation

Rajkummar Rao portrayed the character of Sridhar Tiwari, a gay professor who faces discrimination and harassment from his colleagues and society.

Multiple choice

Which film features a gay character who is a closeted police officer?

  1. Badhaai Do

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Aligarh
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Aligarh (2015) revolves around the life of Sridhar Tiwari, a gay professor who is forced to confront his sexuality when his relationship with a rickshaw puller is exposed.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the character played by Bhumi Pednekar in the film 'Badhaai Do'?

  1. Salima

  2. Tara

  3. Laila

  4. Suman Singh
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Explanation

Bhumi Pednekar played the role of Suman Singh, a lesbian woman who enters into a lavender marriage with Shardul Thakur, played by Rajkummar Rao.

Multiple choice

Which film features a transgender character who is a dancer?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Fashion

  3. Gulaab Gang

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Fashion (2008) includes a transgender character named Meghna Mathur, played by Mugdha Godse, who is a successful model.