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Indian Cinema's Contribution to Mental Health Research and Innovation

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Which Indian film is widely credited with bringing mental health issues to the forefront of public discourse?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Taare Zameen Par, released in 2007, is often regarded as a groundbreaking film in Indian cinema for its sensitive portrayal of dyslexia and its impact on a young boy's life.

Which Indian film explored the theme of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and its impact on an individual's life?

  1. Aamir

  2. My Name Is Khan

  3. Barfi!

  4. Piku


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

My Name Is Khan, released in 2010, featured Shah Rukh Khan playing the role of a man with Asperger's syndrome and OCD, shedding light on these conditions and their impact on relationships.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of postpartum depression and its consequences for both the mother and the family?

  1. English Vinglish

  2. Nil Battey Sannata

  3. Mom

  4. Thappad


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mom, released in 2017, explored the struggles of a mother (played by Sridevi) as she navigates postpartum depression and its impact on her family.

Which Indian film highlighted the importance of mental health awareness and seeking professional help for mental health issues?

  1. Dear Zindagi

  2. Dangal

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. PK


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dear Zindagi, released in 2016, featured Alia Bhatt as a young woman seeking therapy to address her mental health struggles, emphasizing the significance of seeking professional help.

Which Indian film explored the topic of schizophrenia and its impact on an individual's life and relationships?

  1. Black

  2. A Beautiful Mind

  3. The Aviator

  4. Psycho


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black, released in 2005, featured Amitabh Bachchan as a blind and deaf man who develops schizophrenia, providing a unique perspective on the condition and its challenges.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of mental health stigma and the challenges faced by individuals with mental illness in society?

  1. Aamir

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Taare Zameen Par

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aamir, released in 2008, explored the struggles of a young man (played by Rajeev Khandelwal) with schizophrenia and the stigma associated with mental illness in society.

Which Indian film shed light on the issue of depression and its impact on an individual's life and relationships?

  1. Black

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Dear Zindagi

  4. Dangal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dear Zindagi, released in 2016, featured Alia Bhatt as a young woman struggling with depression and her journey towards self-discovery and healing.

Which Indian film explored the theme of bipolar disorder and its impact on an individual's life and relationships?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black, released in 2005, featured Amitabh Bachchan as a blind and deaf man who also struggles with bipolar disorder, providing a unique perspective on the condition and its challenges.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of anxiety disorders and their impact on an individual's life and relationships?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dear Zindagi, released in 2016, featured Alia Bhatt as a young woman struggling with anxiety and her journey towards self-discovery and healing.

Which Indian film explored the theme of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its impact on an individual's life and relationships?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black, released in 2005, featured Amitabh Bachchan as a blind and deaf man who also struggles with PTSD, providing a unique perspective on the condition and its challenges.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of mental health in the context of the elderly population and their unique challenges?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Piku


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Piku, released in 2015, explored the relationship between a daughter (Deepika Padukone) and her aging father (Amitabh Bachchan) who struggles with constipation and other health issues, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by the elderly.

Which Indian film shed light on the issue of mental health in the context of the LGBTQ+ community and their unique struggles?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Kapoor & Sons


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kapoor & Sons, released in 2016, explored the dynamics of a dysfunctional family, including the struggles of a gay son (played by Fawad Khan) with his sexuality and mental health.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of mental health in the context of the rural population and their unique challenges?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Nil Battey Sannata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nil Battey Sannata, released in 2016, explored the struggles of a single mother (played by Swara Bhaskar) in a small town as she tries to provide for her family and support her daughter's education, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by women in rural areas.

Which Indian film shed light on the issue of mental health in the context of the urban population and their unique challenges?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Dear Zindagi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dear Zindagi, released in 2016, explored the struggles of a young woman (played by Alia Bhatt) living in a modern urban setting as she navigates her career, relationships, and mental health.

Which Indian film addressed the issue of mental health in the context of the corporate world and its unique challenges?

  1. Black

  2. Aamir

  3. 3 Idiots

  4. Wake Up Sid


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wake Up Sid, released in 2009, explored the struggles of a young man (played by Ranbir Kapoor) as he navigates his career in the corporate world and his personal life, highlighting the mental health challenges faced by individuals in the corporate sector.

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