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The Evolution of Indian Cinema: From Silent Films to Digital Era

Description: This quiz covers the evolution of Indian cinema, from its humble beginnings in the silent era to the digital revolution that has transformed the industry in recent years.
Number of Questions: 15
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In which year was the first Indian silent film released?

  1. 1913

  2. 1917

  3. 1920

  4. 1923


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first Indian silent film, Raja Harishchandra, was released in 1913.

Who was the first Indian actor to star in a talkie?

  1. Ardeshir Irani

  2. Prithviraj Kapoor

  3. K.L. Saigal

  4. Dilip Kumar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ardeshir Irani was the first Indian actor to star in a talkie, Alam Ara, which was released in 1931.

Which Indian film won the first Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Aparajito

  3. The World of Apu

  4. Charulata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pather Panchali, directed by Satyajit Ray, won the first Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1955.

Which Indian actor is known as the 'Tragedy King'?

  1. Dilip Kumar

  2. Rajesh Khanna

  3. Amitabh Bachchan

  4. Shah Rukh Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dilip Kumar is known as the 'Tragedy King' for his performances in films such as Devdas, Mughal-e-Azam, and Ganga Jamuna.

Which Indian film was the first to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film?

  1. Mother India

  2. Pather Panchali

  3. Salaam Bombay!

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mother India, directed by Mehboob Khan, was the first Indian film to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1958.

Which Indian film was the first to gross over ₹100 crore at the box office?

  1. Sholay

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sholay, directed by Ramesh Sippy, was the first Indian film to gross over ₹100 crore at the box office in 1975.

Which Indian actor is known as the 'Megastar'?

  1. Amitabh Bachchan

  2. Rajesh Khanna

  3. Dilip Kumar

  4. Shah Rukh Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitabh Bachchan is known as the 'Megastar' for his iconic performances in films such as Zanjeer, Deewaar, and Sholay.

Which Indian film was the first to be released in IMAX format?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Jodhaa Akbar

  3. Ra.One

  4. Chennai Express


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lagaan, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, was the first Indian film to be released in IMAX format in 2001.

Which Indian film was the first to be shot entirely on digital cameras?

  1. Dil Chahta Hai

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. My Name Is Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dil Chahta Hai, directed by Farhan Akhtar, was the first Indian film to be shot entirely on digital cameras in 2001.

Which Indian film was the first to be released in 3D format?

  1. My Name Is Khan

  2. Ra.One

  3. Chennai Express

  4. Krrish 3


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

My Name Is Khan, directed by Karan Johar, was the first Indian film to be released in 3D format in 2010.

Which Indian film was the first to be released on Netflix?

  1. Love Per Square Foot

  2. Lust Stories

  3. Sacred Games

  4. Bard of Blood


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Love Per Square Foot, directed by Anand Tiwari, was the first Indian film to be released on Netflix in 2018.

Which Indian film was the first to be released on Amazon Prime Video?

  1. Mirzapur

  2. The Family Man

  3. Made in Heaven

  4. Breathe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mirzapur, directed by Karan Anshuman and Gurmmeet Singh, was the first Indian film to be released on Amazon Prime Video in 2018.

Which Indian film was the first to be released on Disney+ Hotstar?

  1. Laxmii

  2. Dil Bechara

  3. Sadak 2

  4. Coolie No. 1


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Laxmii, directed by Raghava Lawrence, was the first Indian film to be released on Disney+ Hotstar in 2020.

Which Indian film was the first to be released on ZEE5?

  1. Ghoomketu

  2. Kaagaz

  3. Chhalaang

  4. Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghoomketu, directed by Pushpendra Nath Misra, was the first Indian film to be released on ZEE5 in 2020.

Which Indian film was the first to be released on SonyLIV?

  1. Shakuntala Devi

  2. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  3. Chhalaang

  4. Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shakuntala Devi, directed by Anu Menon, was the first Indian film to be released on SonyLIV in 2020.

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