Match the following:  

(List I- Film Festival)	(List II- Country)
(a) Golden Horse	(i) Germany
(b) Golden Apricot	(ii) India
(c) Golden Bear	(iii)Taiwan
(d) Golden Peacock	(iv) Armenia

Codes:	(a)	(b)	(c)	(d)
(A)	(iii)	(iv)	(i)	(ii)
(B)	(iv)	(i)	(ii)	(iii)
(C)	(i)	(ii)	(iii)	(iv)
(D)	(ii)	(iii)	(iv)	(i)

Correct Ans: (A)

Explanation:

Global film festivals reflect the unique culture and cinematic heritage of their host countries. Let’s match these prestigious awards with the nations that celebrate them.

Begin with the Golden Horse Film Festival. Taiwan hosts this event, which recognizes excellence in Chinese-language cinema. Since its start in 1962, it has grown into the most respected Chinese-language film award. So, (a) matches with (iii) Taiwan.

Next comes the Golden Apricot Film Festival. Armenia organizes this annual celebration of international cinema in Yerevan. It promotes cross-cultural understanding through storytelling. Therefore, (b) fits with (iv) Armenia.

Now consider the Golden Bear. This award is the top prize at the Berlin International Film Festival, one of the world’s most prestigious film events. Naturally, this ties the Golden Bear to (i) Germany, so (c) aligns with that.

Finally, the Golden Peacock Award is a major attraction at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held annually in Goa. This festival boosts Indian cinema’s global visibility. Hence, (d) belongs with (ii) India.

Let’s summarize:

• (a) Golden Horse → (iii) Taiwan
• (b) Golden Apricot → (iv) Armenia
• (c) Golden Bear → (i) Germany
• (d) Golden Peacock → (ii) India

This correct sequence appears in option (A).

These festivals not only honor cinematic excellence but also connect diverse cultures. Knowing their origins adds depth to how we view global media. By exploring these festivals, we also understand how film becomes a tool for cultural diplomacy and creative expression across borders.