A focused practice set of UPSC and PSC Cinema GK MCQs
Welcome to Part 6 of our Cine GK UPSC Practice series! These MCQs cover a mix of topics including cinema awards, festivals, classic films, and regional cinema milestones — all important for UPSC and State exams.
🎬 Did You Know?
- The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest honor in cinema, first awarded in 1969.
- The IFFI Goa is one of Asia’s oldest international film festivals, showcasing films from all Indian regional industries.
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Cinema GK MCQs for UPSC & State Exams (Part 6)
- Which award is considered the highest honor in Indian cinema?
A) National Film Award for Best Film
B) Filmfare Lifetime Achievement
C) Dadasaheb Phalke Award
D) IIFA Award
Answer: C) Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Explanation: Instituted in 1969, it is India’s top recognition for contribution to cinema. - Which Malayalam film was India’s official Oscar submission in 2020?
A) Jallikattu
B) Drishyam
C) Kumbalangi Nights
D) Balan
Answer: A) Jallikattu Explanation: Jallikattu (2019), directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, was selected as India’s official entry for the 93rd Academy Awards (2021). Although the film was released in 2019, its Oscar submission took place in 2020, which is why it is associated with the 2021 ceremony. - Which festival is dedicated to showcasing Indian regional cinema?
A) Cannes
B) IFFI Goa
C) Sundance
D) Berlin
Answer: B) IFFI Goa - Which Kannada film won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in 1970?
A) Samskara
B) Mayura
C) Bangarada Manushya
D) Kittur Chennamma
Answer: A) Samskara - Who was the first actor/ actress in Indian cinema to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
A) Aparna Sen
B) Devika Rani
C) Satyajit Ray
D) Arundhati Devi
Answer: B) Devika Rani - Which Bengali film introduced the concept of parallel cinema in India?
A) Pather Panchali
B) Sholay
C) Mother India
D) Guide
Answer: A) Pather Panchali - Which film festival is known as India’s oldest international festival?
A) Mumbai Film Festival
B) IFFI Goa
C) Kolkata Film Festival
D) Chennai International Film Festival
Answer: B) IFFI Goa - Who is known as the ‘father of Indian cinema’?
A) Satyajit Ray
B) Dadasaheb Phalke
C) Raj Kapoor
D) B. N. Sircar
Answer: B) Dadasaheb Phalke - Which Hindi film won India its first Oscar nomination?
A) Mother India
B) Sholay
C) Guide
D) Pakeezah
Answer: A) Mother India - Which regional cinema is popularly called ‘Mollywood’?
A) Tamil
B) Telugu
C) Malayalam
D) Kannada
Answer: C) Malayalam
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Cinema GK FAQs for UPSC Preparation
Q1. What is the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
A: India’s highest honour in cinema, awarded annually to individuals for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.
Q2. Which festival showcases films from all Indian regional industries?
A: The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa showcases films from all Indian regional cinema industries.
Q3. What is parallel cinema in India?
A: A movement focusing on realistic storytelling, often addressing social issues. Pather Panchali (Bengali) is a landmark example.
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Build your UPSC Cinema GK MCQs on a strong foundation
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Practice More Cinema GK MCQs
Practice the MCQs (sets 1 – 5) in the previously published posts in the Cine GK section
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Regional Cinema GK Series
- Tamil Cinema GK – Must-Know Questions for UPSC & State Exams
- Malayalam Cinema GK – Must-Know Questions for UPSC & State Exams
- Upcoming: Telugu / Kannada / Bengali Cinema GK
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Conclusion
Malayalam cinema GK is an important component of questions related to Indian cinema, national awards, and regional film movements in UPSC and State-level examinations. Regular practice of MCQs, supported by a clear understanding of historical and cultural context, helps strengthen exam readiness.
Use this resource alongside other Cine GK posts to develop a balanced and exam-oriented understanding of Indian cinema.
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Further Reading
For additional background and contextual understanding of Malayalam cinema, refer to the following authoritative sources:
- The Hindu – Malayalam Cinema Section
Features, retrospectives, and industry-related articles. - Wikipedia – Malayalam Cinema
Overview of the history, development, and key milestones of Malayalam cinema.
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