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

In the movie 'Udta Punjab', which actor played the role of a drug-addicted rockstar?

  1. Shahid Kapoor

  2. Alia Bhatt

  3. Kareena Kapoor Khan

  4. Diljit Dosanjh
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Explanation

Shahid Kapoor portrayed the character of Tommy Singh, a drug-addicted rockstar, in the movie 'Udta Punjab'.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2013, explores the theme of addiction and its consequences on relationships?

  1. Lootera

  2. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

  3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  4. Kai Po Che!
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Explanation

Lootera, a romantic drama film, delves into the complexities of addiction and its impact on the relationship between the two main characters.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2016, features a character who struggles with alcoholism and its effects on his personal and professional life?

  1. Dear Zindagi

  2. Sultan

  3. M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story

  4. Neerja
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Explanation

Dear Zindagi, a coming-of-age drama film, portrays the journey of a young woman as she navigates her personal struggles, including her boyfriend's alcoholism.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2015, features a character who is addicted to gambling and the consequences it has on his life?

  1. Bajirao Mastani

  2. Dilwale

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. Tanu Weds Manu Returns
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Explanation

Tanu Weds Manu Returns, a romantic comedy-drama film, explores the theme of gambling addiction and its impact on the relationship between the two main characters.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2019, deals with the issue of drug addiction and its impact on the lives of sex workers?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Article 15

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Mission Mangal
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Gully Boy, a musical drama film, portrays the lives of street rappers in Mumbai and addresses the issue of drug addiction among the marginalized communities.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2020, highlights the issue of drug addiction among the youth and the role of rehabilitation centers in helping them recover?

  1. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  2. Thappad

  3. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  4. Ludo
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Explanation

Ludo, a black comedy-drama film, delves into the lives of four individuals who are struggling with various issues, including drug addiction.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2012, features a character who is addicted to drugs and the consequences it has on his relationships and career?

  1. Barfi!

  2. Vicky Donor

  3. Kahaani

  4. Agneepath
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Explanation

Barfi!, a romantic comedy-drama film, portrays the story of a deaf-mute man who falls in love with a woman who is also differently-abled. The film addresses the issue of drug addiction and its impact on the protagonist's life.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2017, explores the theme of addiction and its impact on the lives of two brothers?

  1. Tumhari Sulu

  2. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha

  3. Bareilly Ki Barfi

  4. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan
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Explanation

Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, a romantic comedy-drama film, deals with the issue of erectile dysfunction and its impact on the relationship between the two main characters.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2019, features a character who struggles with drug addiction and the challenges she faces in overcoming it?

  1. The Sky Is Pink

  2. Mission Mangal

  3. Bala

  4. Pati Patni Aur Woh
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Explanation

The Sky Is Pink, a biographical drama film, portrays the story of a young girl who is diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and her family's journey as they navigate her illness and the challenges it brings.

Multiple choice

Which Bollywood movie, released in 2018, highlights the issue of drug addiction among the youth and the role of education and awareness in preventing it?

  1. Padmaavat

  2. Raazi

  3. Stree

  4. October
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Explanation

October, a romantic drama film, explores the theme of addiction and its impact on the lives of two individuals who are struggling with different forms of addiction.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the first Indian film to explicitly depict a lesbian relationship?

  1. Fire

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Aligarh

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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Explanation

Fire, directed by Deepa Mehta, was released in 1996 and is considered a landmark film in Indian cinema for its portrayal of a lesbian relationship between two married women.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films deals with the issue of transgender identity?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Shab

  3. I Am

  4. The Lunchbox
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Explanation

I Am, directed by Onir, was released in 2010 and tells the story of a transgender woman named Afia who faces discrimination and prejudice in her life.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is based on the real-life story of a gay professor who was fired from his job?

  1. Fire

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Aligarh

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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Explanation

Aligarh, directed by Hansal Mehta, was released in 2015 and is based on the real-life story of Professor Shrinivas Ramchandra Siras, who was fired from his job at Aligarh Muslim University after it was revealed that he was gay.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films deals with the issue of same-sex marriage?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Shab

  3. I Am

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
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Explanation

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga, directed by Shelly Chopra Dhar, was released in 2019 and is the first mainstream Bollywood film to deal with the issue of same-sex marriage.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is a documentary about the lives of LGBTQ+ people in India?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Shab

  3. I Am

  4. The Lunchbox
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Explanation

I Am, directed by Onir, was released in 2010 and is a documentary about the lives of LGBTQ+ people in India. The film features interviews with a variety of people, including transgender people, gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals.