Q56 · UPPSC Prelims 2024 · Set A · General Studies

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Who among the following won the best actress award in the Un Certain Regard category of the Cannes Film Festival, 2024 ?Select the correct answer from the code given below:

A Kiara Advani
B Anasuya Sengupta
C Urvashi Rautela
D Sobhita Dhulipala

Correct answer: (b) Anasuya Sengupta

Explanation

  1. A

    Kiara Advani

    Kiara Advani claims the prestigious Cannes recognition for her mainstream cinematic contributions. However, she did not win the Best Actress award in the Un Certain Regard category at the 2024 festival.

  2. B

    Anasuya Sengupta

    Anasuya Sengupta claims the historic Best Actress award in the Un Certain Regard category at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 for her remarkable performance in the film The Shameless. This option correctly identifies the winner, making it the official key.

  3. C

    Urvashi Rautela

    Urvashi Rautela claims participation at the Cannes Film Festival 2024 as a prominent Indian celebrity on the red carpet. She was not a recipient of the competitive acting awards given in this category.

  4. D

    Sobhita Dhulipala

    Sobhita Dhulipala claims association with international film events and fashion showcases around the festival timeline. She did not win the Un Certain Regard Best Actress prize at the 2024 event.

Summary. Official key is (b) because Anasuya Sengupta made history by becoming the first Indian to win the Best Actress award in the Un Certain Regard category at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. The other options name prominent Indian actresses or attendees who were present at the festival or engaged in other projects but did not win this specific competitive honor. Option (b) stands out as the correct answer for her critically acclaimed role in the film The Shameless. Aspirants should carefully note major Indian cinematic achievements at international film festivals for current affairs.

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