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, released in 2022, is a political satire that follows the journey of a young woman who enters politics to fight against corruption and injustice?

  1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  2. RRR

  3. The Kashmir Files

  4. Jhund
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Explanation

Nagraj Manjule's Jhund (2022) is a political satire that follows the journey of a young woman named Jaya (played by Rinku Rajguru) who enters politics to fight against corruption and injustice.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2023, is a historical drama that explores the political and social landscape of India during the British Raj?

  1. Pathaan

  2. Bhediya

  3. Drishyam 2

  4. Adipurush
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Om Raut's Adipurush (2023) is a historical drama that explores the political and social landscape of India during the British Raj, retelling the epic tale of Ramayana in a contemporary context.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2024, is a political thriller that follows the story of a group of journalists who uncover a conspiracy involving a powerful politician?

  1. Dunki

  2. Jawaan

  3. Tiger 3

  4. Fighter
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Rajkumar Hirani's Dunki (2024) is a political thriller that follows the story of a group of journalists who uncover a conspiracy involving a powerful politician, leading them on a dangerous journey to expose the truth.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2025, is a social drama that explores the impact of political decisions on the lives of ordinary citizens?

  1. Brahmastra Part Two: Dev

  2. Animal

  3. Satyaprem Ki Katha

  4. Selfiee
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Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal (2025) is a social drama that explores the impact of political decisions on the lives of ordinary citizens, highlighting the struggles and sacrifices they make in the face of adversity.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2026, is a political satire that follows the journey of a common man who becomes the President of India?

  1. Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan

  2. Bawaal

  3. Shehzada

  4. Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar
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Explanation

Farhad Samji's Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2026) is a political satire that follows the journey of a common man named Prem (played by Salman Khan) who becomes the President of India, highlighting the challenges and opportunities he faces in his new role.

Multiple choice

Which crime film is based on the life of Charles Manson and his followers?

  1. The Godfather

  2. Scarface

  3. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

  4. Helter Skelter
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Explanation

Helter Skelter is a 1976 American biographical crime drama film directed by Tom Gries and starring Steve Railsback, Sharon Tate, and George DiCenzo. The film is based on the book of the same name by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry, which chronicles the investigation and trial of Charles Manson and his followers for the Tate-LaBianca murders.

Multiple choice

In the film "The Commitments", what is the name of the young working-class Dubliner who forms a soul band with his friends?

  1. Jimmy Rabbitte

  2. Deco Cuffe

  3. Imelda Quirke

  4. Joey "The Lips" Fagan
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Explanation

Jimmy Rabbitte is the charismatic and ambitious leader of the Commitments.

Multiple choice

In the play "Rent", what is the name of the group of young artists and musicians who struggle to survive and create art in New York City's East Village?

  1. Mark Cohen

  2. Roger Davis

  3. Mimi Marquez

  4. Tom Collins
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Mark Cohen, Roger Davis, Mimi Marquez, and Tom Collins are the four main characters of the play.

Multiple choice

In the film "Whiplash", what is the name of the young jazz drummer who is pushed to his limits by his abusive teacher?

  1. Andrew Neiman

  2. Terence Fletcher

  3. Nicole

  4. Sean Casey
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Andrew Neiman is a talented young drummer who is determined to succeed at all costs.

Multiple choice

In the film "Once", what is the name of the Dublin street musician who falls in love with a Czech immigrant flower seller?

  1. Guy

  2. Girl

  3. Billy

  4. Ivan
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Guy is the male protagonist of the film, who is a talented musician struggling to make ends meet.

Multiple choice

Which actor has won the most Academy Awards for Best Actor?

  1. Daniel Day-Lewis

  2. Jack Nicholson

  3. Meryl Streep

  4. Katharine Hepburn
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Explanation

Daniel Day-Lewis has won three Academy Awards for Best Actor, for his roles in 'My Left Foot' (1989), 'There Will Be Blood' (2007), and 'Lincoln' (2012).

Multiple choice

Who is the highest-grossing actor of all time?

  1. Samuel L. Jackson

  2. Dwayne Johnson

  3. Jackie Chan

  4. Leonardo DiCaprio
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Samuel L. Jackson is the highest-grossing actor of all time, with his films grossing over $27 billion worldwide.

Multiple choice

Which actor has starred in the most films?

  1. Eric Roberts

  2. Danny Trejo

  3. Christopher Lee

  4. Mickey Rooney
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Mickey Rooney has starred in over 300 films, making him the actor with the most film credits.

Multiple choice

Who is the highest-paid actor of all time?

  1. Dwayne Johnson

  2. Leonardo DiCaprio

  3. Jackie Chan

  4. George Clooney
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Explanation

Dwayne Johnson is the highest-paid actor of all time, earning over $87 million in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which actor has won the most Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor?

  1. Jack Nicholson

  2. Meryl Streep

  3. Daniel Day-Lewis

  4. Anthony Hopkins
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Explanation

Jack Nicholson has won six Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor, more than any other actor.