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Disability and the Indian Film Critic's Perspective

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the Indian film critic's perspective on disability in Indian cinema.
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Which of the following is NOT a common theme explored in Indian films dealing with disability?

  1. Social stigma and discrimination

  2. Triumph over adversity

  3. Love and romance

  4. Political empowerment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While social stigma, discrimination, triumph over adversity, and love and romance are common themes in Indian films dealing with disability, political empowerment is not a common theme.

Which Indian film critic is known for his outspoken criticism of the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baradwaj Rangan is an Indian film critic who is known for his outspoken criticism of the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema.

Which Indian film is often cited as an example of a well-made film that deals with disability in a sensitive and realistic manner?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Taare Zameen Par is an Indian film that is often cited as an example of a well-made film that deals with disability in a sensitive and realistic manner.

Which Indian film critic has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often stereotypical and one-dimensional?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anupama Chopra is an Indian film critic who has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often stereotypical and one-dimensional.

Which Indian film is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of inspiration and pity?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black is an Indian film that is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of inspiration and pity.

Which Indian film critic has praised the film Margarita with a Straw for its realistic and nuanced portrayal of disability?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baradwaj Rangan is an Indian film critic who has praised the film Margarita with a Straw for its realistic and nuanced portrayal of disability.

Which Indian film is often cited as an example of a film that challenges the traditional portrayal of disability in Indian cinema?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Margarita with a Straw is an Indian film that is often cited as an example of a film that challenges the traditional portrayal of disability in Indian cinema.

Which Indian film critic has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often exploitative and sensationalist?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajeev Masand is an Indian film critic who has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often exploitative and sensationalist.

Which Indian film is often praised for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of a character with cerebral palsy?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Margarita with a Straw is an Indian film that is often praised for its sensitive and realistic portrayal of a character with cerebral palsy.

Which Indian film critic has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often patronizing and condescending?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anupama Chopra is an Indian film critic who has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often patronizing and condescending.

Which Indian film is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of comedy?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black is an Indian film that is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of comedy.

Which Indian film critic has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often inaccurate and unrealistic?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baradwaj Rangan is an Indian film critic who has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often inaccurate and unrealistic.

Which Indian film is often praised for its nuanced and complex portrayal of a character with autism?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Taare Zameen Par is an Indian film that is often praised for its nuanced and complex portrayal of a character with autism.

Which Indian film critic has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often ableist and discriminatory?

  1. Roger Ebert

  2. Rajeev Masand

  3. Anupama Chopra

  4. Baradwaj Rangan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anupama Chopra is an Indian film critic who has argued that the portrayal of disability in Indian cinema is often ableist and discriminatory.

Which Indian film is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of fear and disgust?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Margarita with a Straw


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black is an Indian film that is often criticized for its portrayal of disability as a source of fear and disgust.

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