Portrayal of Corruption in Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the portrayal of corruption in Indian cinema. The questions cover various aspects of this theme, including the types of corruption depicted, the impact of corruption on society, and the role of cinema in raising awareness about this issue.
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Which of the following films is known for its realistic portrayal of police corruption?

  1. Sholay

  2. Nayak

  3. Deewar

  4. Ardh Satya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ardh Satya, directed by Govind Nihalani, is widely regarded as one of the most authentic and hard-hitting films about police corruption in India. It stars Om Puri as a police officer who struggles to maintain his integrity in a corrupt system.

In the film "Black Friday", which real-life event does the corruption of the police force contribute to?

  1. The 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts

  2. The 2002 Gujarat riots

  3. The 1984 Sikh riots

  4. The 1975 Emergency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black Friday, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is based on the 1993 Mumbai bomb blasts. The film exposes the corruption within the police force, which allowed the bombers to carry out their attacks.

Which of the following films satirically portrays the corruption in the political system?

  1. Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro

  2. Khosla Ka Ghosla

  3. Peepli Live

  4. OMG: Oh My God!


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, directed by Kundan Shah, is a cult classic known for its satirical take on corruption in the political system. The film follows two friends who expose a corrupt politician and his cronies.

In the film "A Wednesday", what does the protagonist do to protest against the rampant corruption in the system?

  1. He plants bombs in public places

  2. He assassinates corrupt politicians

  3. He goes on a hunger strike

  4. He files a public interest litigation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A Wednesday, directed by Neeraj Pandey, features a common man (Naseeruddin Shah) who plants bombs in public places to protest against the rampant corruption in the system.

Which of the following films highlights the nexus between politicians and the corporate world?

  1. Corporate

  2. Page 3

  3. Traffic Signal

  4. The Accidental Prime Minister


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Corporate, directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, explores the nexus between politicians and the corporate world. The film follows the rise and fall of a businessman (Irrfan Khan) who gets entangled in a web of corruption and deceit.

In the film "Gangs of Wasseypur", what is the primary source of corruption for the protagonist?

  1. Illegal mining

  2. Drug trafficking

  3. Arms smuggling

  4. Human trafficking


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gangs of Wasseypur, directed by Anurag Kashyap, is set in the backdrop of illegal mining in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. The protagonist, Sardar Khan (Manoj Bajpayee), engages in illegal mining to accumulate wealth and power.

Which of the following films deals with the issue of corruption in the education system?

  1. Chalk n Duster

  2. Hichki

  3. Taare Zameen Par

  4. Super 30


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chalk n Duster, directed by Jayant Gilatar, addresses the issue of corruption in the education system. The film follows the struggles of two teachers (Shabana Azmi and Juhi Chawla) who fight against a corrupt education minister.

In the film "Newton", what is the protagonist's primary challenge in conducting a fair election?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. Voter apathy

  3. Political interference

  4. Corruption


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Newton, directed by Amit V Masurkar, follows the story of a young government clerk (Rajkummar Rao) who is assigned to conduct a fair election in a remote village. However, he faces numerous challenges, including corruption from local politicians.

Which of the following films explores the corruption in the judiciary?

  1. Damini

  2. Nayak

  3. Aitraaz

  4. Jolly LLB


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jolly LLB, directed by Subhash Kapoor, is a satirical take on the corruption in the judiciary. The film follows the journey of a struggling lawyer (Arshad Warsi) who takes on a powerful businessman (Boman Irani) in a high-profile case.

In the film "OMG: Oh My God!", what does the protagonist do to challenge the corruption in the religious system?

  1. He files a lawsuit against God

  2. He starts a protest movement

  3. He writes a book exposing the corruption

  4. He goes on a hunger strike


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

OMG: Oh My God!, directed by Umesh Shukla, features a shopkeeper (Akshay Kumar) who files a lawsuit against God after his insurance claim is rejected due to an earthquake caused by an act of God.

Which of the following films highlights the corruption in the healthcare system?

  1. Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

  2. 3 Idiots

  3. Lage Raho Munna Bhai

  4. PK


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., directed by Rajkumar Hirani, satirizes the corruption in the healthcare system. The film follows the journey of a gangster (Sanjay Dutt) who enrolls in medical school to fulfill his father's dream.

In the film "Singham", what is the protagonist's primary goal as a police officer?

  1. To eliminate corruption

  2. To catch a serial killer

  3. To solve a high-profile murder case

  4. To protect a witness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Singham, directed by Rohit Shetty, features a police officer (Ajay Devgn) who is transferred to a corrupt town. His primary goal is to eliminate corruption and restore law and order.

Which of the following films deals with the issue of corruption in the bureaucracy?

  1. Yes Minister

  2. Yes Prime Minister

  3. The Office

  4. Parks and Recreation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yes Minister, a British television series, satirizes the corruption and inefficiency of the British bureaucracy. The series follows the relationship between a junior minister (Paul Eddington) and his permanent secretary (Nigel Hawthorne).

In the film "Rang De Basanti", what is the primary reason for the student protests?

  1. Corruption in the government

  2. Unemployment

  3. Rising prices

  4. Poor education system


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rang De Basanti, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, follows the story of a group of students who protest against corruption in the government after the death of their friend in a plane crash.

Which of the following films explores the corruption in the media?

  1. Page 3

  2. No One Killed Jessica

  3. Spotlight

  4. The Post


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Page 3, directed by Madhur Bhandarkar, exposes the corruption and sensationalism in the media industry. The film follows the lives of journalists who work for a tabloid newspaper.

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