LGBTQ+ Films and the Indian Religious System

Description: This quiz explores the intersection of LGBTQ+ films and the Indian religious system. It delves into how these films navigate religious beliefs, cultural norms, and societal attitudes towards LGBTQ+ individuals.
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In the film 'Fire' (1996), directed by Deepa Mehta, what is the primary conflict between the two main characters, Radha and Sita?

  1. Their religious beliefs

  2. Their societal status

  3. Their sexual orientation

  4. Their economic disparity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film explores the forbidden love between Radha and Sita, two women who are trapped in unhappy marriages and find solace in each other.

Which Indian film, released in 2018, features a transgender woman as the protagonist and addresses the challenges faced by the transgender community in India?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. The Lunchbox


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film stars Sonam Kapoor as Sweety Chaudhary, a closeted transgender woman who struggles to come to terms with her identity and navigate societal prejudices.

In the film 'My Brother Nikhil' (2005), directed by Onir, what is the primary reason for Nikhil's family's disapproval of his relationship with his partner?

  1. Their religious beliefs

  2. Their societal status

  3. Their financial disparity

  4. Their political affiliations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Nikhil, a gay man, as he navigates his family's disapproval of his relationship with his partner due to their religious beliefs.

Which Indian film, released in 2019, features a lesbian couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. The Lunchbox


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The film stars Kalki Koechlin as Laila, a young woman with cerebral palsy, who falls in love with Khanum, a blind woman, and together they face societal and familial pressures.

In the film 'Aligarh' (2015), directed by Hansal Mehta, what is the primary conflict faced by the protagonist, Professor Siras?

  1. His religious beliefs

  2. His societal status

  3. His sexual orientation

  4. His political affiliations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Professor Siras, a gay man, as he is forced to confront societal prejudices and discrimination due to his sexual orientation.

Which Indian film, released in 2017, features a gay couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. The Lunchbox


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film stars Manoj Bajpayee as Professor Siras, a gay man, who faces societal prejudices and discrimination due to his sexual orientation.

In the film 'The Lunchbox' (2013), directed by Ritesh Batra, what is the primary conflict between the two main characters, Ila and Saajan?

  1. Their religious beliefs

  2. Their societal status

  3. Their sexual orientation

  4. Their financial disparity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The film explores the unlikely connection between Ila, a lonely housewife, and Saajan, a widowed businessman, as they navigate their societal status and personal struggles.

Which Indian film, released in 2020, features a gay couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar as a gay couple who face societal prejudices and discrimination due to their sexual orientation.

In the film 'Margarita with a Straw' (2014), directed by Shonali Bose, what is the primary conflict faced by the protagonist, Laila?

  1. Her religious beliefs

  2. Her societal status

  3. Her physical disability

  4. Her sexual orientation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Laila, a young woman with cerebral palsy, as she navigates her physical disability and societal prejudices.

Which Indian film, released in 2021, features a lesbian couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Badhaai Do


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The film stars Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar as a lesbian couple who face societal prejudices and discrimination due to their sexual orientation.

In the film 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' (2019), directed by Shelly Chopra Dhar, what is the primary conflict faced by the protagonist, Sweety Chaudhary?

  1. Her religious beliefs

  2. Her societal status

  3. Her sexual orientation

  4. Her financial disparity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Sweety Chaudhary, a closeted transgender woman, as she navigates her family's disapproval of her sexual orientation.

Which Indian film, released in 2022, features a gay couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Vaani Kapoor as a gay couple who face societal prejudices and discrimination due to their sexual orientation.

In the film 'My Brother Nikhil' (2005), directed by Onir, what is the primary conflict faced by Nikhil's family?

  1. Their religious beliefs

  2. Their societal status

  3. Their financial disparity

  4. Their political affiliations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Nikhil's family as they grapple with their religious beliefs and societal expectations in the context of Nikhil's homosexuality.

Which Indian film, released in 2016, features a gay couple who face societal and familial pressures as they navigate their relationship?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Kapoor & Sons


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The film stars Fawad Khan and Sidharth Malhotra as a gay couple who face societal prejudices and discrimination due to their sexual orientation.

In the film 'Fire' (1996), directed by Deepa Mehta, what is the primary conflict between Radha and Sita's families?

  1. Their religious beliefs

  2. Their societal status

  3. Their financial disparity

  4. Their political affiliations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The film explores the challenges faced by Radha and Sita's families as they grapple with their religious beliefs and societal expectations in the context of their daughters' same-sex relationship.

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