Indian Cinema and Caste

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Which of the following films is considered to be the first Indian film to address the issue of caste discrimination?

  1. Mughal-e-Azam

  2. Mother India

  3. Do Aankhen Barah Haath

  4. Pather Panchali


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Do Aankhen Barah Haath, released in 1957, is widely regarded as the first Indian film to tackle the issue of caste discrimination head-on.

Which of the following actors is known for his portrayal of characters from lower castes in Indian cinema?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Rajinikanth

  3. Kamal Haasan

  4. Dilip Kumar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kamal Haasan is known for his portrayal of characters from lower castes in Indian cinema, often highlighting the social and economic disparities faced by these communities.

Which of the following films is based on the real-life story of a Dalit woman who fought against caste discrimination?

  1. Ankur

  2. Salaam Bombay!

  3. Bandit Queen

  4. Slumdog Millionaire


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bandit Queen, released in 1994, is based on the life of Phoolan Devi, a Dalit woman who became a bandit and fought against caste oppression in India.

Which of the following directors is known for his films that explore the intersection of caste and class in Indian society?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Mrinal Sen

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. Mani Ratnam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mani Ratnam is known for his films that explore the intersection of caste and class in Indian society, often highlighting the struggles faced by marginalized communities.

Which of the following films is a satire on the caste system in India?

  1. Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro

  2. Khosla Ka Ghosla

  3. Peepli Live

  4. Lage Raho Munna Bhai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, released in 1983, is a satirical comedy that pokes fun at the caste system and other social issues in India.

Which of the following films is a documentary that explores the lives of Dalit musicians in India?

  1. Anjali

  2. Salaam Bombay!

  3. Slumdog Millionaire

  4. The Caste Divide


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Caste Divide, released in 2016, is a documentary that explores the lives of Dalit musicians in India and the challenges they face due to caste discrimination.

Which of the following films is a love story between a Dalit man and an upper-caste woman?

  1. Roja

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Roja, released in 1992, is a love story between a Dalit man and an upper-caste woman, and it explores the social and cultural barriers that they face.

Which of the following films is a historical drama that depicts the rise of a Dalit king in India?

  1. Jodhaa Akbar

  2. Bajirao Mastani

  3. Padmaavat

  4. Tanhaji


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jodhaa Akbar, released in 2008, is a historical drama that depicts the rise of a Dalit king, Raja Man Singh, in the Mughal Empire.

Which of the following films is a comedy-drama that satirizes the caste system in India?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. PK

  3. Dangal

  4. Secret Superstar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

PK, released in 2014, is a comedy-drama that satirizes the caste system in India and questions the existence of God.

Which of the following films is a social drama that explores the issue of caste-based violence in India?

  1. Article 15

  2. Thappad

  3. Sherni

  4. Pagglait


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 15, released in 2019, is a social drama that explores the issue of caste-based violence in India and the challenges faced by Dalits in the criminal justice system.

Which of the following films is a documentary that explores the lives of transgender people in India?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Lunchbox

  3. Piku

  4. Pink


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bombay Talkies, released in 2013, is a documentary that explores the lives of transgender people in India and the challenges they face due to discrimination and social stigma.

Which of the following films is a drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the education system in India?

  1. Taare Zameen Par

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Dangal

  4. Secret Superstar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taare Zameen Par, released in 2007, is a drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the education system in India and the challenges faced by Dalit children.

Which of the following films is a social drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the workplace in India?

  1. Article 15

  2. Thappad

  3. Sherni

  4. Pagglait


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 15, released in 2019, is a social drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the workplace in India and the challenges faced by Dalits in finding employment and promotions.

Which of the following films is a documentary that explores the lives of Dalit women in India?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Lunchbox

  3. Piku

  4. Pink


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bombay Talkies, released in 2013, is a documentary that explores the lives of Dalit women in India and the challenges they face due to caste discrimination and gender inequality.

Which of the following films is a drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the political system in India?

  1. Article 15

  2. Thappad

  3. Sherni

  4. Pagglait


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 15, released in 2019, is a drama that explores the issue of caste-based discrimination in the political system in India and the challenges faced by Dalits in participating in elections and holding public office.

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