Indian Cinema — The Film Boong
Question
Consider the following statements with regard to the film 'Boong'
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options
1, 2 and 3
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
3 only
Explanation
All three statements are correct. The acclaimed film 'Boong'—a poignant narrative centered around a young boy in Manipur—secured the prestigious British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Award within the Children's and Family Film category (1). The feature marked a major cinematic milestone as it was directed by Lakshmipriya Devi (2) and made cultural history by becoming the first Indian film to win a BAFTA in this specific category (3).
Question details
Year
2026
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q50
Subject
Current Affairs
Sub-topic
Awards & Honours
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Hard
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
BAFTA Awards Announcements 2025-2026 / National Film Media
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