Want to focus on Cinema GK for UPSC Exams to help yourself prepare for the competition in an effective way?
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This is Part 4 of our Reel GK series, where we bring you real-exam-style MCQs covering everything from classic Indian films to international cinema, film awards, and regional gems.
Whether you’re preparing for UPSC, State PSCs, or PSU exams, these questions will help you stay ahead.
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✅ Quick Tip Before You Begin
📝 Take a moment to note your answers separately—you’ll find detailed explanations after the MCQs to help you learn faster and smarter. Don’t just guess—try to recall what you’ve read or watched!
Test Questions On Cinema GK for UPSC Exams
Q1. Which was the first Indian film to be nominated for an Academy Award (Oscars)?
A. Mother India
B. Salaam Bombay!
C. Lagaan
D. The Householder
➡️ Answer: A. Mother India
Q2. The National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada was first given in which year?
A. 1954
B. 1969
C. 1972
D. 1991
➡️ Answer: A. 1954
Q3. How many people have received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award posthumously?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. None ➡️ Answer: B. Two
Q4. Which international film festival is held annually in Goa, India?
A. MAMI
B. IFFI
C. JIFF
D. TIFF
➡️ Answer: B. IFFI (International Film Festival of India)
Q5. In which language was the film Court (India’s entry to Oscars 2016) made?
A. Marathi
B. Hindi
C. Bengali
D. Gujarati
➡️ Answer: A. Marathi
Q6. The 2023 Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival was awarded to which film?
A. Triangle of Sadness
B. Anatomy of a Fall
C. The Zone of Interest
D. Parasite
➡️ Answer: B. Anatomy of a Fall
Q7. Who played the role of Bhiku Mhatre in Satya (1998)?
A. Manoj Bajpayee
B. Nawazuddin Siddiqui
C. Kay Kay Menon
D. Irrfan Khan
➡️ Answer: A. Manoj Bajpayee
Q8. The 1970 Bengali film Pratidwandi was directed by whom?
A. Mrinal Sen
B. Buddhadeb Dasgupta
C. Satyajit Ray
D. Tapan Sinha
➡️ Answer: C. Satyajit Ray
Q9. The silent film Alam Ara (1931) is known for what significant milestone in Indian cinema?
A. First film to win a National Award
B. First film in colour
C. First Indian talkie
D. First film with subtitles
➡️ Answer: C. First Indian talkie
Q10. Who among the following received the Oscar for Best Original Score in 2023 for Naatu Naatu?
A. M. M. Keeravani
B. A. R. Rahman
C. Ilaiyaraaja
D. Amit Trivedi
➡️ Answer: A. M. M. Keeravani
You should aim to ensure you’re well-equipped with Cinema GK for UPSC Exams’ questions as given above.
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Answer Explanations (Brief) Cinema GK for UPSC Exams Questions
| Q. No. | Correct Answer | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Mother India (1957) was the first Indian film nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars in 1958. |
| 2 | A | Kannada films began receiving separate recognition under “Best Feature Film in Kannada” category in 1954. |
| 3 | B | The Dadasaheb Phalke Award has been awarded posthumously to two actors: Prithviraj Kapoor (in 1971) and Vinod Khanna (in 2017) |
| 4 | B | IFFI is India’s official international film festival held in Goa annually since 2004. |
| 5 | A | Court is a Marathi courtroom drama that gained critical acclaim. |
| 6 | B | Anatomy of a Fall, a French legal drama, won the Palme d’Or in 2023. |
| 7 | A | Manoj Bajpayee’s portrayal of Bhiku Mhatre in Satya is considered iconic. |
| 8 | C | Pratidwandi was part of Ray’s Calcutta Trilogy. |
| 9 | C | Alam Ara was the first Indian film with synchronized sound. |
| 10 | A | M. M. Keeravani composed Naatu Naatu, which won Best Original Song at the Oscars. |
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FAQs – Cinema GK for Competitive Exams
Q1. Are these MCQs based on real UPSC/PSC questions?
Yes, they are modelled closely on questions from UPSC, PSCs, SSC, and PSU exams with cinema-related themes.
Q2. Do you cover regional cinema in this series?
Absolutely. We include questions from Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada, and other Indian language cinemas.
Q3. Will there be more parts in this series?
Yes! Follow The Reel Retro blog or bookmark us to stay updated.
Remember, a solid foundation in Cinema GK for UPSC Exams will help you excel.
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Want More Cinema GK Practice?
Check out our earlier posts:
- Part 1 – Starter Set of UPSC-style Cinema MCQs
- Part 2 – Real Exam-Based Film GK Questions or Explore our Hindi series category:
- सिने ज्ञान
Utilize the knowledge you gain by going through the above links for a stronger grasp of Cinema GK for UPSC Exams.
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