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 explores the mental health challenges faced by a young woman who is a victim of sexual abuse?

  1. Lipstick Under My Burkha

  2. Mukkabaaz

  3. Aligarh

  4. Parched
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Explanation

Lipstick Under My Burkha, released in 2017, follows the stories of four women from different backgrounds who face societal pressures and seek liberation.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Aligarh', what is the name of the professor who faces discrimination due to his sexual orientation?

  1. Dr. Shrinivas Ramchandra Siras

  2. Manoj Bajpayee

  3. Rajkummar Rao

  4. Ashutosh Rana
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Explanation

Dr. Shrinivas Ramchandra Siras is the protagonist of Aligarh, a professor who is suspended from his university due to his homosexuality.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film deals with the issue of mental health in the context of a joint family?

  1. Nil Battey Sannata

  2. Piku

  3. Vicky Donor

  4. English Vinglish
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Explanation

Piku, released in 2015, explores the relationship between a daughter and her aging father who has bowel movement issues.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Mukkabaaz', what is the name of the boxer who struggles with anger management issues?

  1. Shravan Kumar

  2. Bhagwan Das Mishra

  3. Jimmy Shergill

  4. Ravi Kishan
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Shravan Kumar is the protagonist of Mukkabaaz, a boxer who faces challenges due to his anger management issues and his relationship with a Brahmin girl.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film focuses on the mental health struggles of a young man dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Dear Zindagi

  3. Parched

  4. OCD: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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Explanation

OCD: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, released in 2017, explores the life of a young man named Jay who struggles with OCD and his journey towards recovery.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Parched', what is the name of the village where the story takes place?

  1. Pachgaon

  2. Rampur

  3. Gulabo Sitabo

  4. Bareilly Ki Barfi
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Explanation

Pachgaon is the fictional village in Parched where the four female protagonists face societal pressures and seek liberation.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film deals with the issue of mental health in the context of a corporate workplace?

  1. Corporate

  2. Black Friday

  3. A Wednesday

  4. Peepli Live
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Explanation

Corporate, released in 2006, explores the mental health struggles faced by employees in a corporate environment.

Multiple choice

In the film 'Black Friday', what is the name of the police officer who investigates the 1993 Mumbai bombings?

  1. Rakesh Maria

  2. Ashok Kamte

  3. Vijay Salaskar

  4. Ketan Mehta
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Explanation

Rakesh Maria is the police officer who leads the investigation into the 1993 Mumbai bombings in Black Friday.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie is known for its realistic portrayal of drug addiction and its impact on individuals and families?

  1. Udta Punjab

  2. Sanju

  3. Rang De Basanti

  4. 3 Idiots
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Explanation

Udta Punjab is a 2016 Indian drama film that explores the issue of drug addiction in the state of Punjab, India.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood actor has been vocal about his struggles with addiction and has used his platform to raise awareness about the issue?

  1. Shah Rukh Khan

  2. Salman Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Ranbir Kapoor
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Explanation

Salman Khan has been open about his past struggles with alcohol addiction and has actively participated in campaigns to raise awareness about the issue.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie features a character who is a recovering addict and shows the challenges and triumphs of the recovery process?

  1. Talvar

  2. Pink

  3. Piku

  4. Vicky Donor
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Explanation

Talvar is a 2015 Indian crime drama film that follows the story of a couple whose teenage daughter is murdered and their subsequent struggle to find justice.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie explores the theme of addiction to social media and its impact on relationships and mental health?

  1. Dear Zindagi

  2. Dangal

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. Sultan
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Explanation

Dear Zindagi is a 2016 Indian comedy-drama film that follows the story of a young cinematographer who struggles with depression and anxiety and seeks help from a therapist.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie features a character who is addicted to gambling and the consequences it has on his personal and professional life?

  1. Jannat

  2. Raees

  3. Don

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
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Explanation

Jannat is a 2008 Indian romantic thriller film that follows the story of a young man who gets involved in match-fixing and gambling.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie highlights the issue of addiction to prescription drugs and the dangers of self-medication?

  1. Masaan

  2. Aligarh

  3. Shahid

  4. Haider
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Masaan is a 2015 Indian drama film that follows the story of two young people who fall in love despite their different social backgrounds and the challenges they face.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie explores the theme of addiction to work and the impact it has on personal relationships and overall well-being?

  1. Wake Up Sid

  2. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  3. Dil Chahta Hai

  4. Rang De Basanti
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Explanation

Wake Up Sid is a 2009 Indian coming-of-age romantic comedy film that follows the story of a young man who struggles to find his passion and purpose in life.