Dadasaheb Phalke — Set 5
Awards & Honors · दादासाहेब फालके · Questions 41–50 of 50
Who is officially known as the 'Father of Indian Cinema'?
Correct Answer: A. Dadasaheb Phalke
Dadasaheb Phalke earned this title for producing India's first feature film, Raja Harishchandra, in 1913. He introduced filmmaking technology to the country. The national award for excellence in cinema is named after him.
Devika Rani, the first recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, won it in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 1969
The award was instituted in 1969, and Devika Rani was chosen as its first winner. She was a legendary actress and a co-founder of the Bombay Talkies studio. The award recognizes a lifetime of contribution to Indian cinema.
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award includes a medallion known as?
Correct Answer: A. Swarna Kamal
The recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is presented with a Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion. Along with this, they receive a shawl and a cash prize. It is the highest honor in the Indian film industry.
Which of the following awards is India's highest award in the field of cinema?
Correct Answer: C. Dadasaheb Phalke Award
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is considered the supreme recognition for film personalities in India. It is presented annually by the President of India. Unlike other awards, it is given for a lifetime of work rather than a single film.
Who was the first Indian to receive an Oscar for Lifetime Achievement, and also won the Phalke Award?
Correct Answer: B. Satyajit Ray
Satyajit Ray won the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1984. He later received an honorary Oscar in 1992 for his profound mastery of the art of cinema. He is one of the most decorated filmmakers in world history.
The first silent feature film of India, Raja Harishchandra, was released in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 1913
Dadasaheb Phalke's Raja Harishchandra premiered in Mumbai on May 3, 1913. This date is considered the starting point of Indian cinema history. It was a completely indigenous production.
Which actress was the most recent recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2021?
Correct Answer: A. Waheeda Rehman
Waheeda Rehman was announced as the recipient for her legendary career in Indian cinema. She is famous for classics like 'Guide' and 'Pyaasa'. She was honored during the National Film Awards ceremony.
In which city is the Dadasaheb Phalke Award presented annually?
Correct Answer: D. New Delhi
The award ceremony is held in New Delhi at Vigyan Bhawan. It is part of the National Film Awards organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The President of India confers the honor.
The cash prize for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award is currently set at?
Correct Answer: A. ₹10 Lakh
The award carries a cash prize of ₹10 lakh along with the Swarna Kamal and a shawl. This amount has been increased over the years to reflect the prestige of the honor. It is funded by the Central Government.
Who was the first person to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award posthumously?
Correct Answer: A. Prithviraj Kapoor
Prithviraj Kapoor was honored with the award in 1971, following his death. He was a pioneer of the Kapoor acting dynasty and the Prithvi Theatre. Vinod Khanna was the second person to receive it posthumously in 2017.