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The Environmental Impact of Technology in Indian Cinema

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the environmental impact of technology in Indian cinema. It covers various aspects such as the use of resources, waste generation, and the portrayal of environmental issues in films.
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Which Indian film is known for its realistic portrayal of the environmental impact of mining?

  1. Black Gold

  2. Parched

  3. Masaan

  4. Newton


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Black Gold is a 2011 Indian film that depicts the environmental and social consequences of coal mining in the Jharia coalfields of Jharkhand.

Which technology has been widely used in Indian cinema to create realistic visual effects, but also contributes to carbon emissions?

  1. Motion Capture

  2. Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI)

  3. Virtual Reality (VR)

  4. Augmented Reality (AR)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) is a widely used technology in Indian cinema for creating realistic visual effects. However, the rendering process of CGI requires significant computing power, which can lead to increased carbon emissions.

Which Indian film industry is known for its extensive use of physical sets and props, resulting in a lower environmental impact compared to other industries?

  1. Bollywood

  2. Tollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Kollywood


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mollywood, the Malayalam film industry, is known for its extensive use of physical sets and props, which reduces the need for digital effects and post-production work. This approach results in a lower environmental impact compared to other Indian film industries.

Which Indian film director is known for incorporating environmental themes and messages into his films?

  1. Mani Ratnam

  2. Satyajit Ray

  3. Mira Nair

  4. Shekhar Kapur


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mira Nair is an Indian-American film director known for incorporating environmental themes and messages into her films. Her works often explore the relationship between humans and the natural world.

Which Indian film festival is dedicated to showcasing films that explore environmental issues and promote sustainable practices?

  1. International Film Festival of India (IFFI)

  2. Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF)

  3. Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF)

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF) is dedicated to showcasing films that explore environmental issues and promote sustainable practices. It is held annually in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh.

Which Indian film won the National Film Award for Best Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2019?

  1. Village Rockstars

  2. Gully Boy

  3. Andhadhun

  4. Badhaai Ho


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Village Rockstars, a 2018 Indian Assamese-language film, won the National Film Award for Best Film on Environment/Conservation/Preservation in 2019.

Which Indian film industry has taken steps to reduce its carbon footprint by using renewable energy sources and implementing sustainable practices on film sets?

  1. Bollywood

  2. Tollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Kollywood


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bollywood, the Hindi film industry, has taken steps to reduce its carbon footprint by using renewable energy sources and implementing sustainable practices on film sets. Several production houses have adopted green initiatives to minimize their environmental impact.

Which Indian film is known for its portrayal of the environmental impact of deforestation and the struggle of indigenous communities to protect their forests?

  1. Jal

  2. Paan Singh Tomar

  3. The Lunchbox

  4. Queen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jal is a 2013 Indian film that explores the environmental impact of deforestation and the struggle of indigenous communities to protect their forests.

Which Indian film industry has been criticized for its excessive use of plastic and other non-biodegradable materials during film production and promotions?

  1. Bollywood

  2. Tollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Kollywood


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bollywood, the Hindi film industry, has been criticized for its excessive use of plastic and other non-biodegradable materials during film production and promotions. This has led to concerns about the environmental impact of the industry.

Which Indian film festival has introduced a green initiative to encourage filmmakers to adopt sustainable practices during film production?

  1. International Film Festival of India (IFFI)

  2. Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF)

  3. Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF)

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has introduced a green initiative called 'IFFI Green' to encourage filmmakers to adopt sustainable practices during film production. This initiative recognizes films that demonstrate a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Which Indian film is known for its portrayal of the environmental impact of climate change and the struggles of farmers in a drought-stricken region?

  1. Parched

  2. Masaan

  3. Newton

  4. Dangal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Parched is a 2015 Indian film that explores the environmental impact of climate change and the struggles of farmers in a drought-stricken region.

Which Indian film industry has been praised for its efforts to promote sustainable practices and reduce its environmental impact?

  1. Bollywood

  2. Tollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Kollywood


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mollywood, the Malayalam film industry, has been praised for its efforts to promote sustainable practices and reduce its environmental impact. Several Mollywood filmmakers have adopted green initiatives and incorporated environmental themes into their films.

Which Indian film festival has a special category dedicated to films that explore environmental issues and promote sustainable practices?

  1. International Film Festival of India (IFFI)

  2. Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF)

  3. Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF)

  4. Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF) has a special category called 'Green Lens' dedicated to films that explore environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.

Which Indian film is known for its portrayal of the environmental impact of pollution and the struggles of people living in an industrialized city?

  1. Black Gold

  2. Parched

  3. Masaan

  4. Newton


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Masaan is a 2015 Indian film that explores the environmental impact of pollution and the struggles of people living in an industrialized city.

Which Indian film industry has taken steps to reduce its water consumption and waste generation during film production?

  1. Bollywood

  2. Tollywood

  3. Mollywood

  4. Kollywood


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tollywood, the Telugu film industry, has taken steps to reduce its water consumption and waste generation during film production. Several Tollywood production houses have implemented water conservation measures and adopted waste management practices to minimize their environmental impact.

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