Question

Who directed India's first publicly released film, Raja Harishchandra?

A. V G Dhamale

B. V Shantaram

C. Bimal Roy

D. Dada Saheb Phalke

1. C
2. A
3. B
4. D

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : D

The correct answer is Dada Saheb Phalke.

• Phalke completed filming in six months and 27 days producing a film of 3,700 feet (1,100 m), about four reels.

• The Dadasaheb Phalke Awards is India's highest award in cinema.
  • This award is given annually at the National Films Awards.
  • The very first recipient of this award was Devika Rani who received it in 1969 on the occasion of the 17th National Films Awards.
  • Dadasaheb Phalke is known as the 'Father of Indian Cinema'.
  • The first recipient of this award was Devika Rani. 
  • The award comprises of a Swarna Kamal, a Cash Prize of Rs. 10,00,000/- (Rupees Ten Lakhs)certificate, silk scroll and a shawl.