The Silent Era

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Which year is considered the beginning of the Silent Era in Indian Cinema?

  1. 1913

  2. 1917

  3. 1920

  4. 1923


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Silent Era in Indian Cinema began in 1913 with the release of the first feature-length film, Raja Harishchandra, directed by Dadasaheb Phalke.

Which film is credited with popularizing the historical genre in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alam Ara (1931), directed by Ardeshir Irani, was the first Indian talkie film and is credited with popularizing the historical genre in Indian Cinema.

Which of the following actors was known as the 'First Superstar' of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Dadasaheb Phalke

  2. Prithviraj Kapoor

  3. Sulochana

  4. Master Vithal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sulochana was a popular actress during the Silent Era and is often referred to as the 'First Superstar' of Indian Cinema.

Which film is considered the first Indian film to be screened internationally?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raja Harishchandra (1913), directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was the first Indian film to be screened internationally, at the Venice Film Festival in 1934.

Which of the following directors is known for his contribution to the mythological genre in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Dadasaheb Phalke

  2. Ardeshir Irani

  3. V. Shantaram

  4. Bimal Roy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dadasaheb Phalke is known for his contribution to the mythological genre in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era, with films like Raja Harishchandra (1913) and Kaliya Mardan (1919).

Which film is considered the first Indian film to be shot entirely on location?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shiraz (1928), directed by Franz Osten, was the first Indian film to be shot entirely on location, in the city of Shiraz, Iran.

Which of the following films was produced by the Madras-based studio, Madras United Artists Corporation?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaliya Mardan (1919), directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was produced by the Madras-based studio, Madras United Artists Corporation.

Which film is known for its use of innovative special effects and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaliya Mardan (1919), directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, is known for its use of innovative special effects, such as the depiction of the serpent Kaliya and the use of miniatures.

Which of the following films is considered the first Indian film to be banned by the British colonial government?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaliya Mardan (1919), directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, was the first Indian film to be banned by the British colonial government due to its depiction of the Hindu god Krishna.

Which film is known for its depiction of social issues and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shiraz (1928), directed by Franz Osten, is known for its depiction of social issues, such as the plight of women and the caste system, and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

Which of the following films is known for its use of music and dance and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alam Ara (1931), directed by Ardeshir Irani, is known for its use of music and dance and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

Which film is known for its depiction of the Indian independence movement and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shiraz (1928), directed by Franz Osten, is known for its depiction of the Indian independence movement and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

Which of the following films is known for its use of innovative editing techniques and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alam Ara (1931), directed by Ardeshir Irani, is known for its use of innovative editing techniques and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

Which film is known for its depiction of the rural life in India and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shiraz (1928), directed by Franz Osten, is known for its depiction of the rural life in India and is considered a significant work of Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

Which of the following films is known for its use of symbolism and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era?

  1. Raja Harishchandra

  2. Alam Ara

  3. Shiraz

  4. Kaliya Mardan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alam Ara (1931), directed by Ardeshir Irani, is known for its use of symbolism and is considered a landmark in Indian Cinema during the Silent Era.

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