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Meena Kumari Quizzes & Trivia

On the death anniversary of tragedy queen Meena Kumari, take our quiz on the legendary actress to find out how much you know about her


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Meena Kumari’s real name was….  

    • A.

      Nazneen

    • B.

      Mahajabeen

    • C.

      Shaheen

    Correct Answer
    B. Mahajabeen
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari's real name was Mahajabeen.

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  • 2. 

    Meena Kumari’s father was a veteran of 

    • A.

      Bengali Theatre

    • B.

      Kannada Theatre

    • C.

      Parsi Theatre

    Correct Answer
    C. Parsi Theatre
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari's father was involved in Parsi Theatre. Parsi Theatre was a popular form of theatre in India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, heavily influenced by Western theatre. It originated in Mumbai and was known for its extravagant productions, incorporating music, dance, and elaborate sets. Many renowned actors and actresses, including Meena Kumari, started their careers in Parsi Theatre before transitioning to the film industry.

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  • 3. 

    • Meena Kumari made her debut as a child artist in this film…

    • A.

      Farzand-e-Watan (Leatherface)

    • B.

      Alladin and the magic lamp

    • C.

      Shri Ganesh Mahima

    Correct Answer
    A. Farzand-e-Watan (Leatherface)
  • 4. 

      Meena Kumari’s first successful film as a heroine was…

    • A.

      Baiju Bawra

    • B.

      Parineeta

    • C.

      Dil Apna Aur Preet Parayi

    Correct Answer
    A. Baiju Bawra
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari's first successful film as a heroine was "Baiju Bawra".

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  • 5. 

    In her film ‘Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam’, she played the role of…

    • A.

      A doctor

    • B.

      A teacher

    • C.

      An alcoholic wife

    Correct Answer
    C. An alcoholic wife
    Explanation
    In her film 'Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam', the actress played the role of an alcoholic wife. This suggests that her character in the movie was depicted as a woman who struggled with alcohol addiction within her marriage. The film likely explored the complexities and challenges faced by the character due to her alcoholism, adding depth and drama to the storyline.

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  • 6. 

    How many best actress awards did Meena Kumari win?

    • A.

      4

    • B.

      3

    • C.

      2

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari won 4 best actress awards.

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  • 7. 

    Meena Kumari acted in this film of lyricist turned director Gulzar. 

    • A.

      Mausam

    • B.

      Mere Apne

    • C.

      Achanak

    Correct Answer
    B. Mere Apne
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari acted in the film "Mere Apne" which was directed by Gulzar, who was previously a lyricist.

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  • 8. 

    How many years did her film 'Pakeezah' take for completion?

    • A.

      12

    • B.

      13

    • C.

      14

    Correct Answer
    C. 14
    Explanation
    The film 'Pakeezah' took 14 years for completion.

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  • 9. 

    Meena Kumari died due to….

    • A.

      Cancer

    • B.

      Liver cirrhosis

    • C.

      Tuberculosis

    Correct Answer
    B. Liver cirrhosis
    Explanation
    Meena Kumari died due to liver cirrhosis. Liver cirrhosis is a condition where the liver gradually deteriorates and becomes scarred, leading to loss of liver function. This can be caused by various factors, such as excessive alcohol consumption, viral hepatitis, or certain medications. In Meena Kumari's case, it is likely that her liver cirrhosis was a result of her chronic alcoholism, which she struggled with throughout her life. Liver cirrhosis can lead to complications such as liver failure, which can be fatal.

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  • 10. 

    In the year 1972 famous journalist Vinod Mehta wrote her biography called…

    • A.

      The Tragedy Queen of Bollywood

    • B.

      Meena Kumari

    • C.

      Life of Meena Kumari

    Correct Answer
    B. Meena Kumari
    Explanation
    Vinod Mehta, a renowned journalist, wrote a biography about Meena Kumari in 1972. Meena Kumari was a famous actress in Bollywood known as the "Tragedy Queen" due to her exceptional performances in tragic roles. Therefore, the correct answer is Meena Kumari.

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