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Caste and Historical Narratives in Indian Films

Description: This quiz focuses on the portrayal of caste and historical narratives in Indian films. It explores how films have reflected and shaped societal attitudes towards caste and its impact on historical narratives.
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Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system and its impact on the lives of Dalits?

  1. Sairat

  2. Article 15

  3. Court

  4. Masaan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 15 is a 2019 Indian Hindi-language crime drama film directed by Anubhav Sinha. The film explores the caste system and its impact on the lives of Dalits in India.

In the film 'Sairat', what is the main conflict between the two protagonists?

  1. Caste differences

  2. Religious differences

  3. Economic differences

  4. Political differences


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sairat is a 2016 Indian Marathi-language romantic drama film directed by Nagraj Manjule. The film explores the theme of caste differences and the challenges faced by inter-caste couples in rural India.

Which film is based on the true story of a Dalit woman who was gang-raped and murdered?

  1. Pink

  2. Dangal

  3. Thappad

  4. Mukkabaaz


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mukkabaaz is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language sports drama film directed by Anurag Kashyap. The film is based on the true story of a Dalit boxer named Suresh Singh, who was denied the opportunity to compete in a national boxing tournament due to his caste.

In the film 'Court', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Caste discrimination

  2. Police brutality

  3. Judicial corruption

  4. Political interference


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Court is a 2014 Indian Marathi-language drama film directed by Chaitanya Tamhane. The film explores the issue of caste discrimination in India through the story of a Dalit folk singer who is accused of murdering a cow.

Which film is known for its depiction of the caste system in the context of the Indian independence movement?

  1. Lagaan

  2. Rang De Basanti

  3. Swades

  4. Chak De! India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lagaan is a 2001 Indian Hindi-language sports drama film directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. The film is set in the 1890s during the British Raj and explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian independence movement.

In the film 'Rang De Basanti', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Youth activism

  2. Political corruption

  3. Historical amnesia

  4. Caste discrimination


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rang De Basanti is a 2006 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. The film explores the theme of youth activism and the importance of remembering and fighting for one's rights.

Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system in the context of the Indian education system?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. Dangal

  4. Hichki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hichki is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra. The film explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian education system.

In the film 'Taare Zameen Par', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Dyslexia

  2. Child abuse

  3. Poverty

  4. Caste discrimination


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Taare Zameen Par is a 2007 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Aamir Khan. The film explores the theme of dyslexia and the challenges faced by children with learning disabilities.

Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system in the context of the Indian sports industry?

  1. Chak De! India

  2. Dangal

  3. Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

  4. Mary Kom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chak De! India is a 2007 Indian Hindi-language sports drama film directed by Shimit Amin. The film explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian sports industry.

In the film 'Dangal', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Gender inequality

  2. Poverty

  3. Caste discrimination

  4. Sportsmanship


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dangal is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language biographical sports drama film directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The film explores the theme of gender inequality and the challenges faced by women in sports.

Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system in the context of the Indian political system?

  1. Sarkar

  2. Raajneeti

  3. Gangs of Wasseypur

  4. The Lunchbox


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarkar is a 2005 Indian Hindi-language political thriller film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian political system.

In the film 'Raajneeti', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Political corruption

  2. Dynastic politics

  3. Caste discrimination

  4. Media manipulation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raajneeti is a 2010 Indian Hindi-language political thriller film directed by Prakash Jha. The film explores the theme of political corruption and the challenges faced by democracy in India.

Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system in the context of the Indian rural society?

  1. Masaan

  2. Newton

  3. Village Rockstars

  4. Parched


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Masaan is a 2015 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Neeraj Ghaywan. The film explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian rural society.

In the film 'Newton', what is the main issue being addressed?

  1. Electoral fraud

  2. Political apathy

  3. Caste discrimination

  4. Naxalite insurgency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Newton is a 2017 Indian Hindi-language black comedy film directed by Amit V. Masurkar. The film explores the theme of electoral fraud and the challenges faced by democracy in India.

Which film is known for its portrayal of the caste system in the context of the Indian urban society?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  3. Dil Dhadakne Do

  4. Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gully Boy is a 2019 Indian Hindi-language musical drama film directed by Zoya Akhtar. The film explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of the Indian urban society.

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