How many Indians are invited to be members of Oscar academy for this year?
Options
A. 10
B. 20
C. 15
D. 25
Correct Answer
20
Explanation
20 Indian film personalities have been invited as members by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aditya Chopra, Soumitra Chatterjee, Madhabi Mukherjee and Naseeruddin Shah.
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7. Which Indian Film was invited by the United Nations for a special screening at its headquarters in New York, USA?
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9. Which film won the Golden Peacock prize at the 47th IFFI?
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