Indian films: Director of the biopic ‘‘Sardar’’ (1993). Who directed the feature film ‘‘Sardar’’, based on the life of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel? Choose the correct option.

Topic: Indian cinema — directors.

• Given: Identify the director of ‘‘Sardar’’ (1993).

Concept/Approach
The biographical film starring Paresh Rawal as Sardar Patel was directed by Ketan Mehta.

Verification
The screenplay was by noted playwright Vijay Tendulkar; music by Vanraj Bhatia.

Common pitfalls
Mixing up other acclaimed directors of political biopics like Shyam Benegal or Govind Nihalani.