Indian Documentary Films

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Which of the following is not a documentary film directed by Anand Patwardhan?

  1. Bombay: Our City

  2. In the Name of God

  3. War and Peace

  4. Father, Son and Holy War


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anand Patwardhan is known for his documentary films that explore social and political issues in India. 'War and Peace' is a documentary film directed by Peter Watkins.

Who directed the documentary film 'An Insignificant Man'?

  1. Khushboo Ranka and Vinay Shukla

  2. Anand Patwardhan

  3. Rakesh Sharma

  4. Shyam Benegal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khushboo Ranka and Vinay Shukla directed the documentary film 'An Insignificant Man', which follows the life and career of Arvind Kejriwal, the former Chief Minister of Delhi.

Which documentary film by Rakesh Sharma won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2016?

  1. The Cinema Travellers

  2. Village Rockstars

  3. Katiyabaaz

  4. The Great Escape


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma's documentary film 'Village Rockstars' won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2016. The film follows the lives of two young boys from a remote village in Northeast India who dream of becoming rock stars.

What is the name of the documentary film by Sanjay Kak that explores the conflict in Kashmir?

  1. Jashn-e-Azadi

  2. In the Shadow of the Gun

  3. The Burning Season

  4. The War Within


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sanjay Kak's documentary film 'In the Shadow of the Gun' explores the conflict in Kashmir through the eyes of ordinary Kashmiris. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2003.

Which of the following documentary films is directed by Madhusree Dutta?

  1. Daughters of the Dust

  2. Born into Brothels

  3. Smile Pinki

  4. The World Before Her


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Madhusree Dutta directed the documentary film 'Smile Pinki', which follows the story of a young girl from India who is born with a cleft lip and palate. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject in 2008.

Who directed the documentary film 'The Great Indian Kitchen'?

  1. Jeo Baby

  2. Rakesh Sharma

  3. Anand Patwardhan

  4. Shyam Benegal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jeo Baby directed the documentary film 'The Great Indian Kitchen', which explores the life of a young woman who is married into a traditional Indian family. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2021.

Which documentary film by Anand Patwardhan explores the rise of Hindu nationalism in India?

  1. Bombay: Our City

  2. In the Name of God

  3. Father, Son and Holy War

  4. War and Peace


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Anand Patwardhan's documentary film 'Father, Son and Holy War' explores the rise of Hindu nationalism in India through the story of a Hindu family. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 1994.

Who directed the documentary film 'The Burning Season'?

  1. Anand Patwardhan

  2. Rakesh Sharma

  3. Sanjay Kak

  4. Shyam Benegal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma directed the documentary film 'The Burning Season', which explores the environmental and social impact of the burning of crop residues in Punjab. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2009.

Which documentary film by Madhusree Dutta explores the lives of sex workers in Kolkata?

  1. Daughters of the Dust

  2. Born into Brothels

  3. Smile Pinki

  4. The World Before Her


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Madhusree Dutta directed the documentary film 'Born into Brothels', which follows the lives of sex workers in Kolkata and their children. The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2005.

Who directed the documentary film 'The World Before Her'?

  1. Jeo Baby

  2. Rakesh Sharma

  3. Anand Patwardhan

  4. Nisha Pahuja


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nisha Pahuja directed the documentary film 'The World Before Her', which explores the lives of young women in India who are preparing to become beauty queens. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2013.

Which documentary film by Anand Patwardhan explores the impact of globalization on India?

  1. Bombay: Our City

  2. In the Name of God

  3. Father, Son and Holy War

  4. War and Peace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anand Patwardhan's documentary film 'Bombay: Our City' explores the impact of globalization on India through the story of a city that is undergoing rapid change. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 1989.

Who directed the documentary film 'The Cinema Travellers'?

  1. Jeo Baby

  2. Rakesh Sharma

  3. Anand Patwardhan

  4. Shyam Benegal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma directed the documentary film 'The Cinema Travellers', which follows the lives of a group of traveling cinema exhibitors in rural India. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2016.

Which documentary film by Anand Patwardhan explores the issue of communal violence in India?

  1. Bombay: Our City

  2. In the Name of God

  3. Father, Son and Holy War

  4. War and Peace


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Anand Patwardhan's documentary film 'In the Name of God' explores the issue of communal violence in India through the story of a Hindu-Muslim riot in Mumbai. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 1992.

Who directed the documentary film 'Katiyabaaz'?

  1. Jeo Baby

  2. Rakesh Sharma

  3. Anand Patwardhan

  4. Deepti Gupta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deepti Gupta directed the documentary film 'Katiyabaaz', which follows the lives of a group of kite flyers in Delhi. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 2010.

Which documentary film by Madhusree Dutta explores the lives of women in rural India?

  1. Daughters of the Dust

  2. Born into Brothels

  3. Smile Pinki

  4. The World Before Her


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhusree Dutta directed the documentary film 'Daughters of the Dust', which follows the lives of women in rural India who are struggling to survive. The film won the National Film Award for Best Non-Feature Film in 1999.

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