The Portrayal of Human Rights in Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz delves into the portrayal of human rights in Indian cinema, exploring how films have addressed various human rights issues and raised awareness about them.
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Which Indian film, directed by Mira Nair, powerfully portrays the struggle of a young widow fighting for justice in a patriarchal society?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Monsoon Wedding

  3. Mississippi Masala

  4. The Namesake


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salaam Bombay! is a 1988 Indian drama film directed by Mira Nair. It follows the story of a young boy, Krishna, who runs away from home and ends up living on the streets of Bombay, where he faces various hardships and injustices.

In the film "Court", directed by Chaitanya Tamhane, what is the central theme that explores the complexities of the Indian legal system and its impact on marginalized communities?

  1. The right to a fair trial

  2. The plight of the underprivileged

  3. The corruption within the judiciary

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Court is a 2014 Indian drama film directed by Chaitanya Tamhane. It follows the story of a folk singer, Narayan Kamble, who is falsely accused of inciting communal violence and must navigate the complexities of the Indian legal system to prove his innocence.

Which Indian film, directed by Rituparno Ghosh, delves into the issue of transgender rights and the struggles faced by transgender individuals in Indian society?

  1. Chokher Bali

  2. Unishe April

  3. Raincoat

  4. Chitrangada: The Crowning Wish


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chitrangada: The Crowning Wish is a 2012 Indian drama film directed by Rituparno Ghosh. It follows the story of a transgender woman, Chitrangada, who faces discrimination and prejudice from society and struggles to find acceptance and dignity.

In the film "Article 15", directed by Anubhav Sinha, what is the central theme that explores the issue of caste discrimination and its impact on marginalized communities in India?

  1. The right to equality

  2. The plight of the Dalits

  3. The corruption within the police force

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 15 is a 2019 Indian crime drama film directed by Anubhav Sinha. It follows the story of a police officer, Ayan Ranjan, who is assigned to investigate a case of missing Dalit girls and uncovers a deep-rooted caste system that perpetuates discrimination and violence against marginalized communities.

Which Indian film, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, explores the issue of religious intolerance and the consequences of communal violence in India?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Swades

  3. Jodhaa Akbar

  4. Mohenjo Daro


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jodhaa Akbar is a 2008 Indian epic historical romance film directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. It follows the story of the marriage between Mughal emperor Akbar and Rajput princess Jodhaa Bai, and explores the themes of religious tolerance and the consequences of communal violence.

In the film "Masaan", directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, what is the central theme that explores the issue of societal taboos and the struggles faced by individuals who break free from societal norms?

  1. The right to freedom of expression

  2. The plight of the marginalized

  3. The corruption within the political system

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Masaan is a 2015 Indian drama film directed by Neeraj Ghaywan. It follows the story of two young people, Devi and Deepak, who fall in love and face societal taboos and prejudices as they try to break free from societal norms.

Which Indian film, directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, explores the issue of child labor and the exploitation of children in the garment industry?

  1. Hyderabad Blues

  2. Iqbal

  3. Dor

  4. Laxmii


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Iqbal is a 2005 Indian sports drama film directed by Nagesh Kukunoor. It follows the story of a deaf and mute boy, Iqbal, who dreams of becoming a cricketer and faces various challenges and prejudices as he pursues his passion.

In the film "Pink", directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, what is the central theme that explores the issue of consent and the right to bodily autonomy?

  1. The right to privacy

  2. The plight of the marginalized

  3. The corruption within the legal system

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pink is a 2016 Indian drama film directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury. It follows the story of three young women who are sexually assaulted by a group of men and their subsequent fight for justice as they navigate the complexities of the legal system.

Which Indian film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, explores the issue of honor killings and the violence against women in the name of family honor?

  1. Maqbool

  2. Omkara

  3. Kaminey

  4. Haider


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Haider is a 2014 Indian crime drama film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. It follows the story of Haider, a young man who returns to his hometown in Kashmir and uncovers a deep-rooted conspiracy involving honor killings and political turmoil.

In the film "Newton", directed by Amit V Masurkar, what is the central theme that explores the issue of electoral fraud and the challenges faced by individuals who try to uphold democracy?

  1. The right to vote

  2. The plight of the marginalized

  3. The corruption within the political system

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Newton is a 2017 Indian black comedy drama film directed by Amit V Masurkar. It follows the story of Newton Kumar, a rookie government clerk who is sent to a remote village to conduct elections and faces various challenges and obstacles as he tries to uphold democracy.

Which Indian film, directed by Rima Das, explores the issue of child marriage and the struggles faced by young girls who are forced into marriage?

  1. Village Rockstars

  2. Bulbul Can Sing

  3. Axone

  4. Tora's Husband


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Village Rockstars is a 2017 Indian Assamese-language drama film directed by Rima Das. It follows the story of a young girl, Dhunu, who dreams of becoming a rock musician and faces various challenges and prejudices as she pursues her passion.

In the film "The Lunchbox", directed by Ritesh Batra, what is the central theme that explores the issue of loneliness and the human need for connection?

  1. The right to privacy

  2. The plight of the marginalized

  3. The corruption within the legal system

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The Lunchbox is a 2013 Indian romantic drama film directed by Ritesh Batra. It follows the story of two lonely individuals, Ila and Saajan, who form an unlikely connection through a mistaken lunchbox delivery.

Which Indian film, directed by Neeraj Pandey, explores the issue of corruption within the police force and the challenges faced by honest officers who try to fight against it?

  1. A Wednesday!

  2. Special 26

  3. Baby

  4. Aiyaary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Wednesday! is a 2008 Indian thriller film directed by Neeraj Pandey. It follows the story of a common man, Prakash Rathod, who takes the law into his own hands to fight against corruption within the police force.

In the film "Kahaani", directed by Sujoy Ghosh, what is the central theme that explores the issue of human trafficking and the plight of missing children?

  1. The right to life

  2. The plight of the marginalized

  3. The corruption within the police force

  4. The clash between tradition and modernity


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Kahaani is a 2012 Indian thriller film directed by Sujoy Ghosh. It follows the story of Vidya Bagchi, a pregnant woman who searches for her missing husband in Kolkata and uncovers a deep-rooted conspiracy involving human trafficking.

Which Indian film, directed by Hansal Mehta, explores the issue of religious fundamentalism and the consequences of religious extremism?

  1. Shahid

  2. Aligarh

  3. Omerta

  4. Simran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shahid is a 2012 Indian biographical drama film directed by Hansal Mehta. It follows the story of Shahid Azmi, a Muslim lawyer who fought against religious fundamentalism and extremism in India.

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