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Case Studies of Indian Films with Strong Environmental Themes

Description: This quiz focuses on case studies of Indian films that have strong environmental themes, highlighting their messages and impact.
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Which Indian film, released in 1975, is considered a pioneering work in environmental cinema, addressing the issue of deforestation?

  1. Sholay

  2. Mrigayaa

  3. Deewar

  4. Aandhi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mrigayaa, directed by Mrinal Sen, was one of the first Indian films to explicitly address environmental concerns, particularly deforestation and the impact on tribal communities.

In the 1984 film 'Paar', directed by Goutam Ghose, what is the central environmental issue explored?

  1. Water Pollution

  2. Air Pollution

  3. Deforestation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Paar delves into the issue of water pollution, specifically the contamination of the Ganges River, and its impact on the lives of people living along its banks.

Which 2001 film, directed by Santosh Sivan, explores the conflict between industrial development and environmental preservation in the context of a proposed dam project?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Dil Chahta Hai

  3. Asoka

  4. The Legend of Bhagat Singh


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Asoka, starring Shah Rukh Khan, examines the environmental impact of a dam project and the struggle to balance economic progress with ecological concerns.

In the 2013 film 'Ship of Theseus', directed by Anand Gandhi, what is the primary environmental theme explored?

  1. Climate Change

  2. Genetic Engineering

  3. Nuclear Energy

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ship of Theseus explores the ethical and environmental implications of genetic engineering and organ transplantation, raising questions about identity and the boundaries of life.

Which 2018 film, directed by Rima Das, focuses on the environmental and social impact of coal mining in rural Assam?

  1. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

  2. Padmaavat

  3. Andhadhun

  4. Village Rockstars


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Village Rockstars delves into the lives of children living in a village affected by coal mining, highlighting the environmental degradation and its consequences for the community.

In the 2019 film 'Article 15', directed by Anubhav Sinha, what is the environmental issue intertwined with the story of caste discrimination?

  1. Water Scarcity

  2. Air Pollution

  3. Deforestation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 15 explores the issue of water scarcity in rural India and its connection to caste discrimination, highlighting the unequal access to resources and the resulting social tensions.

Which 2020 film, directed by Prashant Nair, follows the journey of a young woman fighting against a corporate giant responsible for environmental pollution?

  1. Thappad

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  4. Chhalaang


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhalaang tells the story of a young woman who takes on a corporate giant responsible for polluting her village's water supply, highlighting the importance of environmental activism.

In the 2021 film 'Sherni', directed by Amit Masurkar, what is the central environmental theme explored?

  1. Tiger Conservation

  2. Climate Change

  3. Water Pollution

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sherni focuses on the efforts of a forest officer to protect tigers and address the conflict between humans and wildlife, highlighting the importance of conservation and coexistence.

Which 2022 film, directed by Shaunak Sen, won the Golden Eye award at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival for its exploration of environmental issues?

  1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  2. RRR

  3. The Kashmir Files

  4. All That Breathes


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All That Breathes follows two brothers who run a bird hospital in Delhi, highlighting the impact of air pollution on wildlife and the efforts of individuals to make a difference.

In the 2023 film 'Joram', directed by Devashish Makhija, what is the environmental issue at the heart of the story?

  1. Water Scarcity

  2. Climate Change

  3. Deforestation

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Joram explores the issue of water scarcity in a drought-stricken village in Rajasthan, highlighting the struggles of the community and the impact of climate change on rural India.

Which Indian film, released in 2016, follows the journey of a young boy who discovers the beauty and importance of nature while living in a remote Himalayan village?

  1. Dangal

  2. Sultan

  3. Pink

  4. The Jungle Book


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Jungle Book, directed by Jon Favreau, is an Indian-American production that explores the themes of nature, conservation, and the relationship between humans and the wild.

In the 2019 film 'Super Deluxe', directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, what is the environmental issue that serves as a backdrop to the story?

  1. Air Pollution

  2. Water Pollution

  3. Deforestation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Super Deluxe touches upon the issue of water pollution and its impact on the lives of people living in a coastal town, highlighting the need for responsible environmental practices.

Which 2020 film, directed by Rima Das, follows the journey of a young girl who discovers the beauty of her natural surroundings while growing up in a remote village?

  1. Thappad

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  4. Bulbul Can Sing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bulbul Can Sing explores the themes of nature, childhood, and the connection between humans and the environment through the eyes of a young girl living in a rural village.

In the 2021 film 'Sardar Udham', directed by Shoojit Sircar, what is the environmental issue that is subtly woven into the narrative?

  1. Air Pollution

  2. Water Pollution

  3. Deforestation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sardar Udham incorporates the issue of deforestation as a backdrop to the story, highlighting the impact of British colonial policies on the natural environment of India.

Which 2022 film, directed by Pushpendra Nath Misra, follows the journey of a young man who returns to his village to revive a dying river?

  1. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  2. RRR

  3. The Kashmir Files

  4. Dobaara


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dobaara tells the story of a young man who returns to his village to revive the dying river that once sustained his community, highlighting the importance of water conservation and environmental restoration.

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