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 won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2019?

  1. The Great Indian Butterfly

  2. Village Rockstars

  3. Newton

  4. The Lunchbox
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Great Indian Butterfly is an Indian documentary film directed by Rakesh Sharma. It tells the story of the endangered butterflies of the Western Ghats. The film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2019.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2020?

  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 2020.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2021?

  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 2021.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2022?

  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 2022.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2023?

  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 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2024?

  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 2024.

Multiple choice

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2025?

  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 2025.

Multiple choice

Who was the first openly gay person to serve on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors?

  1. Harvey Milk

  2. Harry Hay

  3. Chuck Rowland

  4. Dale Jennings
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Explanation

Harvey Milk was an American politician who was the first openly gay person to serve on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

Multiple choice

Which actor is known for his powerful performances in Marathi films like 'Sairat' and 'Court'?

  1. Ritesh Deshmukh

  2. Nana Patekar

  3. Sachin Khedekar

  4. Atul Kulkarni
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Atul Kulkarni is a renowned actor who has delivered critically acclaimed performances in Marathi films such as 'Sairat' and 'Court'.

Multiple choice

Who is the versatile actress who has starred in Marathi films like 'Natsamrat' and 'Katyar Kaljat Ghusli'?

  1. Sonali Kulkarni

  2. Urmila Matondkar

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Rekha
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Explanation

Sonali Kulkarni is a talented actress who has showcased her versatility in Marathi films like 'Natsamrat' and 'Katyar Kaljat Ghusli'.

Multiple choice

Which actor-director is known for his realistic and thought-provoking Marathi films like 'Shwaas' and 'Harishchandrachi Factory'?

  1. Sanjay Leela Bhansali

  2. Rajkumar Hirani

  3. Paresh Mokashi

  4. Anurag Kashyap
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Paresh Mokashi is an acclaimed actor-director who has created notable Marathi films like 'Shwaas' and 'Harishchandrachi Factory'.

Multiple choice

Who is the actress who gained recognition for her performance in the Marathi film 'Sairat'?

  1. Rinku Rajguru

  2. Deepika Padukone

  3. Alia Bhatt

  4. Priyanka Chopra
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Explanation

Rinku Rajguru rose to fame for her portrayal in the Marathi film 'Sairat'.

Multiple choice

Which actor is known for his powerful performance in the Marathi film 'Vihir'?

  1. Nana Patekar

  2. Amol Palekar

  3. Girish Kulkarni

  4. Makarand Deshpande
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Girish Kulkarni delivered a memorable performance in the Marathi film 'Vihir'.

Multiple choice

Who is the actress who played the lead role in the Marathi film 'Astu'?

  1. Sonali Kulkarni

  2. Urmila Matondkar

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Rekha
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Explanation

Sonali Kulkarni essayed the lead role in the Marathi film 'Astu'.

Multiple choice

Which actor is known for his portrayal of historical characters in Marathi films like 'Jhansi Ki Rani' and 'Bajirao Mastani'?

  1. Nana Patekar

  2. Amol Palekar

  3. Girish Kulkarni

  4. Makarand Deshpande
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Explanation

Nana Patekar is renowned for his portrayal of historical characters in Marathi films like 'Jhansi Ki Rani' and 'Bajirao Mastani'.