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Indian Cinema in the Spotlight: A Quiz on Film Festivals

Description: Explore your knowledge of Indian cinema and film festivals with this engaging quiz. Test your understanding of prominent film festivals, iconic movies, and influential filmmakers.
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Which prestigious film festival is held annually in Goa, India?

  1. International Film Festival of India

  2. Mumbai Film Festival

  3. Kolkata International Film Festival

  4. Chennai International Film Festival


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is an annual film festival held in Goa, India.

Which Indian film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1994?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Bandit Queen

  3. 1942: A Love Story

  4. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bandit Queen, directed by Shekhar Kapur, won the Palme d'Or at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival.

Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Cinema'?

  1. Dadasaheb Phalke

  2. Raj Kapoor

  3. Satyajit Ray

  4. Guru Dutt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dadasaheb Phalke is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Cinema' for his contributions to the early development of Indian cinema.

Which Indian film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1989?

  1. Salaam Bombay!

  2. Mother India

  3. Pather Panchali

  4. Lagaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salaam Bombay!, directed by Mira Nair, won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1989.

Which Indian film festival is dedicated to promoting independent and alternative cinema?

  1. Mumbai Film Festival

  2. Kolkata International Film Festival

  3. Chennai International Film Festival

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dharamshala International Film Festival is dedicated to promoting independent and alternative cinema.

Which Indian filmmaker is known for his distinct style of filmmaking and unconventional storytelling?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Guru Dutt

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. Mani Ratnam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ritwik Ghatak is known for his distinct style of filmmaking and unconventional storytelling.

Which Indian film festival is known for showcasing films from South Asian countries?

  1. Mumbai Film Festival

  2. Kolkata International Film Festival

  3. Chennai International Film Festival

  4. Thiruvananthapuram International Film Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Thiruvananthapuram International Film Festival is known for showcasing films from South Asian countries.

Which Indian film won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival in 2017?

  1. Mother India

  2. Pather Panchali

  3. Salaam Bombay!

  4. Village Rockstars


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Village Rockstars, directed by Rima Das, won the Golden Lion at the 2017 Venice Film Festival.

Which Indian film festival is known for its focus on environmental issues and sustainable filmmaking?

  1. International Film Festival of India

  2. Mumbai Film Festival

  3. Kolkata International Film Festival

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dharamshala International Film Festival is known for its focus on environmental issues and sustainable filmmaking.

Which Indian filmmaker is known for his realistic and socially conscious films?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Guru Dutt

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. Mani Ratnam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Satyajit Ray is known for his realistic and socially conscious films.

Which Indian film festival is dedicated to promoting films made by women filmmakers?

  1. Mumbai Film Festival

  2. Kolkata International Film Festival

  3. Chennai International Film Festival

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kolkata International Film Festival has a section dedicated to promoting films made by women filmmakers.

Which Indian film won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009?

  1. Jai Ho

  2. Dil To Pagal Hai

  3. Taal Se Taal Mila

  4. Jashn-e-Bahara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jai Ho, composed by A.R. Rahman, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2009.

Which Indian film festival is known for its focus on films from the Northeast region of India?

  1. Mumbai Film Festival

  2. Kolkata International Film Festival

  3. Chennai International Film Festival

  4. Guwahati International Film Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Guwahati International Film Festival is known for its focus on films from the Northeast region of India.

Which Indian filmmaker is known for his experimental and surrealist films?

  1. Satyajit Ray

  2. Guru Dutt

  3. Ritwik Ghatak

  4. Mani Ratnam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ritwik Ghatak is known for his experimental and surrealist films.

Which Indian film festival is dedicated to promoting films made by students and young filmmakers?

  1. Mumbai Film Festival

  2. Kolkata International Film Festival

  3. Chennai International Film Festival

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dharamshala International Film Festival has a section dedicated to promoting films made by students and young filmmakers.

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