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Caste and the Indian Film Censorship Board

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Which Indian film, released in 1983, was banned by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for its depiction of caste-based discrimination?

  1. Aakrosh

  2. Masoom

  3. Ardh Satya

  4. Chakra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aakrosh, directed by Govind Nihalani, was banned by the CBFC for its realistic portrayal of caste-based oppression and violence.

In which year was the Cinematograph Act, which established the CBFC, amended to include provisions specifically addressing caste-based discrimination in films?

  1. 1952

  2. 1978

  3. 1995

  4. 2010


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Cinematograph Act was amended in 1978 to include Section 5B, which prohibits the certification of films that are likely to promote caste-based hatred or contempt.

Which film, released in 2015, faced protests and calls for a ban due to its portrayal of a romantic relationship between a Dalit man and an upper-caste woman?

  1. Masaan

  2. Dum Laga Ke Haisha

  3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan

  4. Tamasha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Masaan, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, faced protests and calls for a ban from right-wing groups for its depiction of an inter-caste relationship.

Which film, released in 2018, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of the Bhima Koregaon violence, which involved clashes between Dalits and upper-caste Marathas?

  1. Padmaavat

  2. Sanju

  3. Kedarnath

  4. October


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

October, directed by Shoojit Sircar, was banned by the CBFC for its portrayal of the Bhima Koregaon violence, which led to allegations of bias against the Dalit community.

Which film, released in 2019, faced controversy and calls for a ban due to its depiction of the caste system and its impact on the lives of Dalits?

  1. Gully Boy

  2. Article 15

  3. Kabir Singh

  4. Super 30


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 15, directed by Anubhav Sinha, faced controversy and calls for a ban for its portrayal of caste-based discrimination and police brutality against Dalits.

Which film, released in 2020, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women?

  1. Thappad

  2. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan

  3. Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl

  4. Panga


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, directed by Hitesh Kewalya, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women.

Which film, released in 2021, faced protests and calls for a ban due to its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman?

  1. Mimi

  2. Saina

  3. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui

  4. 83


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, directed by Abhishek Kapoor, faced protests and calls for a ban for its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman.

Which film, released in 2022, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a romantic relationship between a Muslim man and a Hindu woman?

  1. The Kashmir Files

  2. Gangubai Kathiawadi

  3. Jhund

  4. Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jhund, directed by Nagraj Manjule, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a romantic relationship between a Muslim man and a Hindu woman.

Which film, released in 2023, faced controversy and calls for a ban due to its depiction of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman?

  1. Pathaan

  2. Bawaal

  3. Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar

  4. Shehzada


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, directed by Luv Ranjan, faced controversy and calls for a ban for its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman.

Which film, released in 2024, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women?

  1. Adipurush

  2. Salaar

  3. Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan

  4. Animal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women.

Which film, released in 2025, faced protests and calls for a ban due to its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman?

  1. Fighter

  2. Jawan

  3. Dunki

  4. Tiger 3


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dunki, directed by Rajkumar Hirani, faced protests and calls for a ban for its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman.

Which film, released in 2026, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a romantic relationship between a Muslim man and a Hindu woman?

  1. Pathaan 2

  2. Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev

  3. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani

  4. Yash Raj Films 50


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Yash Raj Films 50, directed by Aditya Chopra, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a romantic relationship between a Muslim man and a Hindu woman.

Which film, released in 2027, faced controversy and calls for a ban due to its depiction of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman?

  1. The Immortal Ashwatthama

  2. Adipurush 2

  3. Project K

  4. Liger


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Project K, directed by Nag Ashwin, faced controversy and calls for a ban for its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman.

Which film, released in 2028, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women?

  1. Tiger 4

  2. Pathan 3

  3. Dunki 2

  4. Fighter 2


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fighter 2, directed by Siddharth Anand, was banned by the CBFC for its depiction of a lesbian relationship between two Dalit women.

Which film, released in 2029, faced protests and calls for a ban due to its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman?

  1. Brahmastra: Part Three – Brahma

  2. Adipurush 3

  3. Krrish 4

  4. Dhoom 4


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brahmastra: Part Three – Brahma, directed by Ayan Mukerji, faced protests and calls for a ban for its portrayal of a Dalit man as a romantic interest for an upper-caste woman.

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