The New Wave

Description: This quiz tests your knowledge about the New Wave movement in Indian Cinema.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of these films is considered to be the first film of the New Wave movement?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Aparajito

  3. Apur Sansar

  4. Do Bigha Zamin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pather Panchali, directed by Satyajit Ray, is widely regarded as the first film of the New Wave movement in Indian Cinema.

Which of these directors is considered to be one of the pioneers of the New Wave movement?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Mrinal Sen

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, and Ritwik Ghatak are all considered to be pioneers of the New Wave movement in Indian Cinema.

What was the primary focus of the New Wave movement?

  1. Social realism

  2. Experimental filmmaking

  3. Commercial success

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The New Wave movement was primarily focused on social realism, depicting the lives of ordinary people and exploring social issues.

Which of these films is known for its neorealist style and depiction of poverty?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Do Bigha Zamin

  3. Jagte Raho

  4. Awaara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pather Panchali, directed by Satyajit Ray, is known for its neorealist style and depiction of poverty in rural India.

Which of these films is known for its experimental filmmaking techniques and non-linear narrative?

  1. Aparajito

  2. Charulata

  3. Nayak

  4. Kaagaz Ke Phool


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kaagaz Ke Phool, directed by Guru Dutt, is known for its experimental filmmaking techniques and non-linear narrative.

Which of these films is known for its political commentary and critique of the Indian government?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Shri 420


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Do Bigha Zamin, directed by Bimal Roy, is known for its political commentary and critique of the Indian government's land policies.

Which of these films is known for its exploration of the theme of alienation and loneliness?

  1. Charulata

  2. Nayak

  3. Kaagaz Ke Phool

  4. Shri 420


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Charulata, directed by Satyajit Ray, is known for its exploration of the theme of alienation and loneliness.

Which of these films is known for its depiction of the lives of prostitutes?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Aparajito

  3. Apur Sansar

  4. Red Light


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Red Light, directed by Bimal Roy, is known for its depiction of the lives of prostitutes.

Which of these films is known for its exploration of the theme of identity and belonging?

  1. Pather Panchali

  2. Aparajito

  3. Apur Sansar

  4. Garm Hawa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Garm Hawa, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is known for its exploration of the theme of identity and belonging.

Which of these films is known for its depiction of the Partition of India?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Garam Hawa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Garam Hawa, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is known for its depiction of the Partition of India.

Which of these films is known for its exploration of the theme of communalism and religious conflict?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Garm Hawa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Garam Hawa, directed by M.S. Sathyu, is known for its exploration of the theme of communalism and religious conflict.

Which of these films is known for its depiction of the lives of tribals and their struggle for survival?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Mrigayaa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mrigayaa, directed by Mrinal Sen, is known for its depiction of the lives of tribals and their struggle for survival.

Which of these films is known for its exploration of the theme of poverty and social inequality?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Ankur


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ankur, directed by Shyam Benegal, is known for its exploration of the theme of poverty and social inequality.

Which of these films is known for its depiction of the lives of farmers and their struggle for land rights?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Bhuvan Shome


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhuvan Shome, directed by Mrinal Sen, is known for its depiction of the lives of farmers and their struggle for land rights.

Which of these films is known for its exploration of the theme of caste and untouchability?

  1. Do Bigha Zamin

  2. Jagte Raho

  3. Awaara

  4. Nirmal Anand Ki Kahani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nirmal Anand Ki Kahani, directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, is known for its exploration of the theme of caste and untouchability.

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