Quiz On Dadasaheb Phalke
On 3rd May 1913, India's first full-length feature film ‘Raja Harishchandra’ was released by Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, popularly known as Dadasaheb Phalke. As Indian cinema completes 100 years, we give you a quiz on the man who was known as the father of Indian cinema and his film.
- 1.
- Dadasaheb worked at the Archaeological Survey of India at which post?
- A.
Director
- B.
Draftsmen
- C.
Editor
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B. DraftsmenExplanation
Dadasaheb worked at the Archaeological Survey of India as a Draftsmen.Rate this question:
- Dadasaheb worked at the Archaeological Survey of India at which post?
- 2.
Phalke Film Co was established in the year ______.
- A.
1917
- B.
1915
- C.
1913
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A. 1917Explanation
Phalke Film Co was established in the year 1917.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which was the last silent film made by Dadasaheb Phalke?
- A.
'Satyavan Savitri'
- B.
'Setubandhan'
- C.
'Shri Krishna Janam'
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B. 'Setubandhan'Explanation
The correct answer is 'Setubandhan'. This was the last silent film made by Dadasaheb Phalke.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which is the only talkie film made by Dadasaheb Phalke?
- A.
'Mohini Bhasmasur'
- B.
'Kaliya Madan'
- C.
'Gangavataran'
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C. 'Gangavataran' -
- 5.
Which of these was Dadasaheb Phalke's biggest hit?
- A.
'Lanka Dahan'
- B.
'Chandrahasa'
- C.
'Vasantsena'
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A. 'Lanka Dahan'Explanation
'Lanka Dahan' was Dadasaheb Phalke's biggest hit because it was the first full-length Indian feature film that he directed. Released in 1917, it was a silent film based on the Hindu epic, Ramayana. The film was a huge success and established Phalke as a pioneer in Indian cinema. It paved the way for the growth of the film industry in India and set the foundation for future filmmakers.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who was the first recipient for Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
- A.
Devika Rani Roerich
- B.
Pritviraj Chauhan
- C.
K. Asif
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A. Devika Rani RoerichExplanation
Devika Rani Roerich was the first recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. She was a prominent actress in Indian cinema and was known as the "First Lady of Indian Cinema". She made significant contributions to the film industry and was recognized for her outstanding achievements and contributions to Indian cinema. Her talent and impact on the industry made her a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Anna Salunke who played the role of Taramati in 'Raja Harishchandra' worked as _______.
- A.
Film technician
- B.
Cook
- C.
Foreman
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B. CookExplanation
Anna Salunke, who played the role of Taramati in 'Raja Harishchandra', worked as a cook.Rate this question:
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- 8.
'Raja Harishchandra' was premiered a year before its release. Is this statement true or false?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true. 'Raja Harishchandra' is a silent film directed by Dadasaheb Phalke, which was released in 1913. However, it was premiered a year earlier, in 1912. This makes the statement true.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Dadasaheb Phalke started his career as a _____________.
- A.
Producer
- B.
Photographer
- C.
Printing Press
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B. PhotographerExplanation
Dadasaheb Phalke started his career as a photographer. This means that he began his professional journey by working in the field of photography.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the running time of ‘Raja Harishchandra’?
- A.
3 hours
- B.
1 hours and 30 minutes
- C.
50 minutes
Correct Answer
C. 50 minutesExplanation
The running time of 'Raja Harishchandra' is 50 minutes.Rate this question:
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