Correct answer: (a) 1, 2 and 3
Explanation
- A
1, 2 and 3
Statement 1 is correct because the Manipuri film 'Boong' won the prestigious BAFTA Award in the Children's and Family Film category. Statement 2 is correct as the feature film is directed by debutant filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi. Statement 3 is correct because 'Boong' is indeed the first Indian film to achieve this milestone by winning a BAFTA in this specific category, marking a historic moment for regional Indian cinema.
- B
2 and 3 only
This option is incorrect because it excludes statement 1, which is factually correct regarding the film winning the BAFTA Award in the Children's and Family Film category.
- C
1 and 2 only
This option is incorrect because it excludes statement 3, ignoring the historic milestone that 'Boong' is the first Indian film to win a BAFTA award in this category.
- D
3 only
This option is incorrect because it excludes statements 1 and 2, both of which are accurate factual details concerning the film's recognition and its director.
Summary. Official key is (a). The Manipuri film 'Boong', directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, made history by winning the BAFTA Award in the Children's and Family Film category, becoming the first Indian film to do so, thus making all three statements correct.
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