Indian Theatre Actresses

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Who is known as the 'Nightingale of Indian Theatre'?

  1. Smita Patil

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Nutan

  4. Meena Kumari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meena Kumari, also known as the 'Tragedy Queen of Indian Cinema', was a renowned actress who made significant contributions to Indian theatre.

Which actress is often referred to as the 'First Lady of Indian Theatre'?

  1. Zohra Sehgal

  2. Satyajit Ray

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. Mrinal Sen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zohra Sehgal, with her illustrious career spanning over eight decades, is widely regarded as the 'First Lady of Indian Theatre'.

Which actress is known for her powerful performances in plays like 'Sakharam Binder' and 'Mee Nathuram Godse Boltoy'?

  1. Smita Patil

  2. Shabana Azmi

  3. Nutan

  4. Madhuri Dixit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Smita Patil, known for her versatility and commitment to social issues, delivered memorable performances in plays like 'Sakharam Binder' and 'Mee Nathuram Godse Boltoy'.

Who is the recipient of the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her contributions to Indian theatre?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Nutan

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Aishwarya Rai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi, a highly acclaimed actress, has received numerous awards, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, for her outstanding contributions to Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her portrayal of strong female characters in plays like 'The Glass Menagerie' and 'A Doll's House'?

  1. Nutan

  2. Madhuri Dixit

  3. Aishwarya Rai

  4. Deepika Padukone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nutan, a versatile and critically acclaimed actress, excelled in portraying strong female characters in plays like 'The Glass Menagerie' and 'A Doll's House'.

Who is the founder and artistic director of the renowned theatre group 'Yatri'?

  1. Zohra Sehgal

  2. Smita Patil

  3. Shabana Azmi

  4. Madhuri Dixit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zohra Sehgal, in addition to her acting career, founded and led the theatre group 'Yatri', which produced significant plays and contributed to the growth of Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her work in experimental theatre and her association with the theatre group 'Jana Natya Manch'?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Nutan

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Aishwarya Rai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi, known for her commitment to social issues, has been actively involved in experimental theatre and associated with the theatre group 'Jana Natya Manch'.

Who is the recipient of the Padma Shri award for her contributions to Indian theatre?

  1. Nutan

  2. Madhuri Dixit

  3. Aishwarya Rai

  4. Deepika Padukone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nutan, a highly respected actress, received the prestigious Padma Shri award in recognition of her significant contributions to Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her work in both Hindi and Marathi theatre and her association with the theatre group 'Rang Mandal'?

  1. Zohra Sehgal

  2. Smita Patil

  3. Shabana Azmi

  4. Madhuri Dixit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zohra Sehgal, a versatile actress, worked in both Hindi and Marathi theatre and was associated with the theatre group 'Rang Mandal'.

Who is the founder and artistic director of the theatre group 'Ekjute'?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Nutan

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Aishwarya Rai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi, in addition to her acting career, founded and leads the theatre group 'Ekjute', which has produced notable plays and contributed to Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her work in contemporary theatre and her association with the theatre group 'The Company Theatre'?

  1. Nutan

  2. Madhuri Dixit

  3. Aishwarya Rai

  4. Deepika Padukone


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Madhuri Dixit, known for her versatility, has also made significant contributions to contemporary theatre, particularly through her association with the theatre group 'The Company Theatre'.

Who is the recipient of the prestigious Kalidas Samman for her contributions to Indian theatre?

  1. Zohra Sehgal

  2. Smita Patil

  3. Shabana Azmi

  4. Madhuri Dixit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Zohra Sehgal, a highly respected actress, received the prestigious Kalidas Samman in recognition of her outstanding contributions to Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her work in both Hindi and Marathi theatre and her association with the theatre group 'Theatre Academy'?

  1. Shabana Azmi

  2. Nutan

  3. Madhuri Dixit

  4. Aishwarya Rai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shabana Azmi, known for her versatility, has worked in both Hindi and Marathi theatre and has been associated with the theatre group 'Theatre Academy'.

Who is the founder and artistic director of the theatre group 'Motley Productions'?

  1. Nutan

  2. Madhuri Dixit

  3. Aishwarya Rai

  4. Deepika Padukone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nutan, in addition to her acting career, founded and led the theatre group 'Motley Productions', which produced significant plays and contributed to Indian theatre.

Which actress is known for her work in experimental theatre and her association with the theatre group 'Indian Ensemble'?

  1. Madhuri Dixit

  2. Aishwarya Rai

  3. Deepika Padukone

  4. Priyanka Chopra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhuri Dixit, known for her versatility, has also made significant contributions to experimental theatre, particularly through her association with the theatre group 'Indian Ensemble'.

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