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Indian Philosophy of Race: The Concept of Race in Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the concept of race in Indian cinema. It explores how Indian cinema has portrayed race and ethnicity, and how these representations have evolved over time.
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Which Indian film is widely regarded as the first to address the issue of race in a significant way?

  1. Mother India

  2. Pather Panchali

  3. Awaara

  4. Shree 420


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mother India (1957) is considered to be the first Indian film to deal with the issue of race in a significant way. It tells the story of a poor farmer who struggles to raise his family in a caste-ridden society.

In which film did the character of the 'angry young man' first emerge as a symbol of resistance against social injustice?

  1. Deewaar

  2. Zanjeer

  3. Sholay

  4. Trishul


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The character of the 'angry young man' first emerged in the film Zanjeer (1973). This character was played by Amitabh Bachchan, and he became a symbol of resistance against social injustice.

Which film is known for its depiction of the racial tensions between Indians and Africans in Kenya?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Mississippi Masala

  3. Bombay

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mississippi Masala (1991) is known for its depiction of the racial tensions between Indians and Africans in Kenya. The film tells the story of a young Indian woman who falls in love with an African man.

Which film explored the issue of racism and discrimination faced by the Anglo-Indian community in India?

  1. A Passage to India

  2. Gandhi

  3. The Jewel in the Crown

  4. Heat and Dust


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Passage to India (1984) explored the issue of racism and discrimination faced by the Anglo-Indian community in India. The film is based on the novel of the same name by E.M. Forster.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African students in India?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African students in India. The film tells the story of a young African student who comes to India to study, and the racism and discrimination he faces.

Which film explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in the United States?

  1. Mississippi Masala

  2. Salaam Bombay!

  3. Lagaan

  4. Bombay


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mississippi Masala (1991) explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in the United States. The film tells the story of a young Indian woman who falls in love with an African man.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African Americans in the United States?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African Americans in the United States. The film tells the story of a young African American man who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to prison.

Which film explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in the United Kingdom?

  1. A Passage to India

  2. Gandhi

  3. The Jewel in the Crown

  4. Heat and Dust


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Passage to India (1984) explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in the United Kingdom. The film is based on the novel of the same name by E.M. Forster.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Indians in the United Kingdom?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Indians in the United Kingdom. The film tells the story of a young Indian man who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to prison.

Which film explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in Canada?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Mississippi Masala

  3. Lagaan

  4. Bombay


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mississippi Masala (1991) explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in Canada. The film tells the story of a young Indian woman who falls in love with an African man.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African Canadians in Canada?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against African Canadians in Canada. The film tells the story of a young African Canadian man who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to prison.

Which film explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in Australia?

  1. A Passage to India

  2. Gandhi

  3. The Jewel in the Crown

  4. Heat and Dust


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Passage to India (1984) explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in Australia. The film is based on the novel of the same name by E.M. Forster.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Aborigines in Australia?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Aborigines in Australia. The film tells the story of a young Aboriginal man who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to prison.

Which film explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in New Zealand?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Mississippi Masala

  3. Lagaan

  4. Bombay


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mississippi Masala (1991) explored the issue of racial prejudice and discrimination in New Zealand. The film tells the story of a young Indian woman who falls in love with an African man.

Which film dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Maori people in New Zealand?

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Brown

  4. Yellow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black (2005) dealt with the issue of racial discrimination against Maori people in New Zealand. The film tells the story of a young Maori man who is wrongly convicted of a crime and sent to prison.

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