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 2012, featured a protagonist with a speech impediment?

  1. Barfi!

  2. Agneepath

  3. Student of the Year

  4. Housefull 2
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Barfi!, directed by Anurag Basu, starred Ranbir Kapoor as a deaf-mute man who falls in love with a woman with autism (played by Priyanka Chopra).

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2011, featured a protagonist with a facial deformity?

  1. Ra.One

  2. Bodyguard

  3. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  4. Don 2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Don 2, directed by Farhan Akhtar, starred Shah Rukh Khan as a man with a facial deformity who seeks revenge on his enemies.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2010, featured a protagonist with a learning disability?

  1. My Name Is Khan

  2. Dabangg

  3. Golmaal 3

  4. Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

My Name Is Khan, directed by Karan Johar, starred Shah Rukh Khan as a man with Asperger's syndrome who travels to the United States to be with his son.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2009, featured a protagonist with a physical disability?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Love Aaj Kal

  3. Paa

  4. Kaminey
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Paa, directed by R. Balki, starred Amitabh Bachchan as a man with progeria, a rare genetic disorder that causes premature aging.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2008, featured a protagonist with a mental illness?

  1. Ghajini

  2. Jodhaa Akbar

  3. Dostana

  4. Fashion
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Explanation

Ghajini, directed by A.R. Murugadoss, starred Aamir Khan as a man with anterograde amnesia, a condition that prevents him from forming new memories.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2007, featured a protagonist with a physical disability?

  1. Chak De! India

  2. Om Shanti Om

  3. Saawariya

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

Chak De! India, directed by Shimit Amin, starred Shah Rukh Khan as a hockey coach who leads the Indian women's team to victory at the World Cup.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film, released in 2006, featured a protagonist with a mental illness?

  1. Rang De Basanti

  2. Krrish

  3. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

  4. Lage Raho Munna Bhai
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, directed by Karan Johar, starred Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji as a married couple who are struggling with their relationship.

Multiple choice

Which Indian filmmaker is known for his films that focus on environmental issues?

  1. Shyam Benegal

  2. Mira Nair

  3. Mani Ratnam

  4. Rakesh Sharma
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Explanation

Shyam Benegal is an Indian filmmaker known for his films that focus on social and environmental issues. His films include 'Ankur' (1974), 'Nishant' (1975), 'Manthan' (1976), and 'Bhumika' (1977).

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1984?

  1. Gandhi

  2. Salaam Bombay!

  3. Lagaan

  4. 3 Idiots
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Gandhi is an Indian biographical film directed by Richard Attenborough. It tells the story of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement. The film won eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2009?

  1. Taare Zameen Par

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Peepli Live
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Taare Zameen Par is an Indian drama film directed by Aamir Khan. It tells the story of a young boy with dyslexia who struggles in school. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2009.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2013?

  1. The Lunchbox

  2. Ship of Theseus

  3. Bombay Talkies

  4. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
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Explanation

The Lunchbox is an Indian romantic drama film directed by Ritesh Batra. It tells the story of a young housewife who accidentally sends her lunchbox to the wrong person. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2013.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2017?

  1. Newton

  2. Dangal

  3. The Ghazi Attack

  4. Jolly LLB 2
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Explanation

Newton is an Indian black comedy film directed by Amit V Masurkar. It tells the story of a young government clerk who is sent to a remote village to oversee a general election. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2017.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2020?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Article 15

  3. Uri: The Surgical Strike

  4. The Sky Is Pink
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gully Boy is an Indian musical drama film directed by Zoya Akhtar. It tells the story of a young rapper from the slums of Mumbai. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2020.

Multiple choice

Which Indian filmmaker is known for his films that focus on the lives of tribal people?

  1. Adoor Gopalakrishnan

  2. Girish Kasaravalli

  3. John Abraham

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

Girish Kasaravalli is an Indian filmmaker known for his films that focus on the lives of tribal people. His films include 'Ghatashraddha' (1977), 'Tabarana Kathe' (1987), and 'Dweepa' (2002).

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2018?

  1. Walking with the Wind

  2. Village Rockstars

  3. Newton

  4. The Lunchbox
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Walking with the Wind is an Indian documentary film directed by Praveen Morchhale. It tells the story of a group of villagers in Maharashtra who walk for water every day. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2018.