Gender Roles in Indian Cinema

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Which of the following is NOT a common gender stereotype portrayed in Indian cinema?

  1. The sacrificing mother

  2. The strong and independent woman

  3. The submissive wife

  4. The dominant male


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The strong and independent woman is a relatively new stereotype in Indian cinema, and is not as common as the other three options.

Which of the following films is known for its subversion of traditional gender roles?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  3. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  4. Sholay


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

3 Idiots is a film that challenges traditional notions of masculinity and success, and features a strong female character who is not defined by her relationship to a man.

Which of the following actresses is known for playing strong and independent female characters?

  1. Madhuri Dixit

  2. Sridevi

  3. Kajol

  4. Rani Mukerji


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rani Mukerji is known for playing strong and independent female characters in films such as Black, No One Killed Jessica, and Mardaani.

Which of the following actors is known for playing unconventional and challenging male roles?

  1. Shah Rukh Khan

  2. Salman Khan

  3. Aamir Khan

  4. Akshay Kumar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Aamir Khan is known for playing unconventional and challenging male roles in films such as Lagaan, Rang De Basanti, and 3 Idiots.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the changing gender roles in modern India?

  1. English Vinglish

  2. Queen

  3. Piku

  4. Tanu Weds Manu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

English Vinglish is a film that explores the changing gender roles in modern India, and features a strong female character who overcomes societal expectations to achieve her dreams.

Which of the following films is known for its critique of the objectification of women in Indian cinema?

  1. Matrubhoomi

  2. Bandit Queen

  3. Fire

  4. Water


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fire is a film that critiques the objectification of women in Indian cinema, and explores the themes of female desire and sexuality.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the struggles faced by transgender people in India?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Aligarh

  4. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Margarita with a Straw is a film that explores the struggles faced by transgender people in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender pay gap in India?

  1. Pink

  2. Neerja

  3. Tumhari Sulu

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lipstick Under My Burkha is a film that explores the gender pay gap in India, and features four female characters who fight for their rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in the workplace in India?

  1. Working Woman

  2. Corporate

  3. Queen

  4. Piku


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Working Woman is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in the workplace in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the changing gender roles in rural India?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Swades

  3. Chak De! India

  4. Dangal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dangal is a film that explores the changing gender roles in rural India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry in India?

  1. Page 3

  2. Fashion

  3. Heroine

  4. Queen


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Heroine is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in politics in India?

  1. The Dirty Picture

  2. Kahaani

  3. Mary Kom

  4. Raazi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raazi is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in politics in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in the sports industry in India?

  1. Chak De! India

  2. Mary Kom

  3. Dangal

  4. Piku


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chak De! India is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in the sports industry in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in the education system in India?

  1. Taare Zameen Par

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Dangal

  4. Hichki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hichki is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in the education system in India, and features a strong female character who fights for her rights and dignity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the challenges faced by women in the healthcare system in India?

  1. Pink

  2. Neerja

  3. Tumhari Sulu

  4. Lipstick Under My Burkha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lipstick Under My Burkha is a film that explores the challenges faced by women in the healthcare system in India, and features four female characters who fight for their rights and dignity.

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