The Use of Poverty as a Metaphor in Indian Cinema
Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the use of poverty as a metaphor in Indian cinema. Poverty is a complex and multifaceted issue that has been explored in various ways by Indian filmmakers. The use of poverty as a metaphor can be seen in films across different genres, from realism to fantasy. This quiz will cover various aspects of this topic, including the portrayal of poverty in Indian cinema, the role of poverty in shaping characters and narratives, and the significance of poverty as a metaphor in Indian cinema. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
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Tags: indian cinema poverty metaphor |
Which of the following films is NOT considered a classic example of poverty metaphor in Indian cinema?
In the film "Pather Panchali", the protagonist Apu is often seen playing with a broken conch shell. What does this conch shell symbolize?
In the film "Mother India", the protagonist Radha is forced to sell her jewelry to pay off her debts. What does this symbolize?
In the film "Salaam Bombay!", the protagonist Krishna is forced to live on the streets of Mumbai. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of class struggle?
In the film "Lagaan", the villagers are forced to pay a heavy tax to the British. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of female empowerment?
In the film "Bandit Queen", the protagonist Phoolan Devi becomes a bandit after being gang-raped by a group of men. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of environmental degradation?
In the film "Slumdog Millionaire", the protagonist Jamal Malik is forced to live in a slum in Mumbai. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of globalization?
In the film "The Lunchbox", the protagonist Ila is a lonely housewife who starts exchanging lunchboxes with a stranger named Saajan. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of migration?
In the film "Rang De Basanti", the protagonist DJ is a young man who is disillusioned with the state of the country. What does this symbolize?
Which of the following films uses poverty as a metaphor to explore the theme of corruption?