Gender and Body Image in Indian Cinema

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Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the objectification of women?

  1. 3 Idiots

  2. Jab We Met

  3. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

  4. Dhoom 3


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dhoom 3 is known for its objectification of women, with the female characters being portrayed as mere objects of desire for the male characters.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the unrealistic body standards for women?

  1. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  2. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge

  3. Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

  4. Kal Ho Naa Ho


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is known for its portrayal of unrealistic body standards for women, with the female characters being portrayed as having perfect bodies that are unattainable for most women.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the objectification of men?

  1. Dostana

  2. Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa

  3. Dil Chahta Hai

  4. Rang De Basanti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dostana is known for its objectification of men, with the male characters being portrayed as mere objects of desire for the female characters.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the unrealistic body standards for men?

  1. Ghajini

  2. Dhoom

  3. Krrish

  4. Ra.One


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghajini is known for its portrayal of unrealistic body standards for men, with the male characters being portrayed as having perfect bodies that are unattainable for most men.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender stereotypes?

  1. Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam

  2. Dil To Pagal Hai

  3. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai

  4. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is known for its portrayal of gender stereotypes, with the male characters being portrayed as strong and dominant, while the female characters are portrayed as weak and submissive.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender equality?

  1. English Vinglish

  2. Queen

  3. Piku

  4. Nil Battey Sannata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

English Vinglish is known for its portrayal of gender equality, with the female character being portrayed as strong and independent, and the male character being portrayed as supportive and understanding.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the body positivity?

  1. Dum Laga Ke Haisha

  2. Shubh Mangal Saavdhan

  3. Badhaai Ho

  4. Bala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dum Laga Ke Haisha is known for its portrayal of body positivity, with the female character being portrayed as beautiful and desirable, despite not conforming to the traditional standards of beauty.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the gender fluidity?

  1. Aligarh

  2. Margarita with a Straw

  3. Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga

  4. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga is known for its portrayal of gender fluidity, with the female character being portrayed as questioning her gender identity.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the transgender experience?

  1. Bombay Talkies

  2. Shaandaar

  3. Kapoor & Sons

  4. Ae Dil Hai Mushkil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bombay Talkies is known for its portrayal of the transgender experience, with one of the segments focusing on the life of a transgender woman.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and caste?

  1. Masaan

  2. Ankhon Dekhi

  3. Titli

  4. Newton


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Masaan is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and caste, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and caste.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and religion?

  1. My Name Is Khan

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. PK

  4. Dangal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

My Name Is Khan is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and religion, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and religion.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and disability?

  1. Black

  2. Taare Zameen Par

  3. My Name Is Khan

  4. Barfi!


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and disability, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and disability.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and class?

  1. Slumdog Millionaire

  2. The Lunchbox

  3. Piku

  4. Nil Battey Sannata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Slumdog Millionaire is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and class, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and class.

Which of the following films is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and age?

  1. Piku

  2. Nil Battey Sannata

  3. English Vinglish

  4. Queen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Piku is known for its portrayal of the intersectionality of gender and age, with the female character being portrayed as facing discrimination and oppression due to her gender and age.

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