Match List-I with List-II:

List I- (Films)	List II- (Directors)
(a) Fire	1. Shakti Samanta
(b) Aradhana	2. Nandita Das
(c) Wild Straberries	3. Deepa Mehta
(d) Firaaq	4. Ingmar Bergman

Codes:	(a)	(b)	(c)	(d)
(A)	1	2	3	4
(B)	2	4	1	3
(C)	3	1	4	2
(D)	4	3	2	1

Correct Ans: (C)

Explanation:

The world of cinema has seen legendary filmmakers create masterpieces that have influenced generations. To fully understand their contributions, it is crucial to correctly match their films with their respective directors. Each director brings a unique vision, style, and storytelling approach that defines their work.

To begin with, Deepa Mehta directed the film Fire. This groundbreaking movie, released in 1996, tackled themes of love, identity, and societal norms. It sparked intense debates in India due to its portrayal of same-sex relationships.

Next, Shakti Samanta directed Aradhana (1969), a classic Bollywood romance. This film, starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore, became a major hit and played a significant role in defining Bollywood’s romantic storytelling. Its melodious soundtrack remains popular even today.

Furthermore, Ingmar Bergman, one of the most influential European filmmakers, directed Wild Strawberries (1957). This Swedish film explores themes of memory, regret, and existential reflection. Bergman’s deep storytelling and symbolic imagery have left a lasting impact on world cinema.

Additionally, Nandita Das directed Firaaq (2008), a gripping film about the aftermath of the 2002 Gujarat riots. Her storytelling highlights human emotions, fear, and resilience in times of conflict.

Thus, the correct matches are:

• Fire → Deepa Mehta (3)
• Aradhana → Shakti Samanta (1)
• Wild Strawberries → Ingmar Bergman (4)
• Firaaq → Nandita Das (2)

Therefore, option (C) is the correct answer. These films showcase the diversity of storytelling across different eras and cultures.