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 film is the eighth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Prem Ratan Dhan Payo

  2. Dilwale

  3. Happy New Year

  4. Chennai Express
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Prem Ratan Dhan Payo grossed over ₹432 crore worldwide, making it the eighth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the ninth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Dilwale

  2. Happy New Year

  3. Chennai Express

  4. 3 Idiots
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Dilwale grossed over ₹403 crore worldwide, making it the ninth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the tenth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Happy New Year

  2. Chennai Express

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dhoom 3
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Happy New Year grossed over ₹384 crore worldwide, making it the tenth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the eleventh highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Chennai Express

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Dhoom 3

  4. Kick
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Chennai Express grossed over ₹363 crore worldwide, making it the eleventh highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the twelfth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Dhoom 3

  3. Kick

  4. Bajirao Mastani
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3 Idiots grossed over ₹356 crore worldwide, making it the twelfth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the thirteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Dhoom 3

  2. Kick

  3. Bajirao Mastani

  4. Kabali
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Dhoom 3 grossed over ₹334 crore worldwide, making it the thirteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the fourteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Kick

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Kabali

  4. Sultan
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Kick grossed over ₹324 crore worldwide, making it the fourteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Which film is the fifteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time?

  1. Bajirao Mastani

  2. Kabali

  3. Sultan

  4. Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
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Bajirao Mastani grossed over ₹315 crore worldwide, making it the fifteenth highest grossing Indian film of all time.

Multiple choice

Who composed the music for the 'Got Milk?' advertising campaign?

  1. Danny Elfman

  2. Randy Newman

  3. Thomas Newman

  4. David Newman
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Explanation

Randy Newman composed the music for the 'Got Milk?' advertising campaign, which featured memorable jingles and became a cultural phenomenon.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is considered a classic example of propaganda in Indian cinema?

  1. Mother India

  2. Sholay

  3. Lagaan

  4. Rang De Basanti
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Mother India (1957) is often cited as a prominent example of propaganda in Indian cinema, portraying a strong and resilient woman who fights against oppression and poverty.

Multiple choice

During which period was Indian cinema heavily influenced by the government's propaganda efforts?

  1. 1947-1960

  2. 1960-1970

  3. 1970-1980

  4. 1980-1990
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In the early years after India's independence, the government actively used cinema as a tool to promote its policies and ideologies, particularly during the Nehru era.

Multiple choice

Which of the following filmmakers is known for using cinema as a means of social and political commentary?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Guru Dutt

  4. Bimal Roy
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Satyajit Ray, considered one of the greatest filmmakers in Indian cinema, often used his films to explore social and political issues, challenging conventional norms and highlighting societal problems.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the Indian independence movement?

  1. Pyaasa

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Naya Daur

  4. Upkar
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Upkar (1967) is a film that specifically focuses on the Indian independence movement and the sacrifices made by freedom fighters.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its depiction of the Green Revolution in India?

  1. Mother India

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Naya Daur

  4. Jai Jawan Jai Kisan
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Jai Jawan Jai Kisan (1972) is a film that specifically focuses on the Green Revolution in India and the efforts to increase agricultural production.

Multiple choice

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the plight of farmers in India?

  1. Mother India

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Naya Daur

  4. Upkar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Do Bigha Zamin (1953) is a film that specifically focuses on the struggles and hardships faced by farmers in India.