Q. Who is called the Father of Indian Cinema?
Answer: Dadasaheb Phalke
Notes: Dadasaheb Phalke, born in Maharashtra, made India's first feature film 'Raja Harishchandra' in 1913. He is called the Father of Indian Cinema. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, instituted in 1969, is named in his honor as the highest award in Indian film industry.
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