Director of Raja Harishchandra
The director of the first indigenous Indian silent film, 'Raja Harishchandra', was Dadasaheb Phalke.
Dadasaheb Phalke is widely regarded as the father of Indian cinema. He directed, produced, and wrote the screenplay for 'Raja Harishchandra', released in 1913. This film marked a significant milestone as the first feature film made entirely in India.
Key Points:
- Film: Raja Harishchandra
- Year: 1913
- Significance: First indigenous Indian silent feature film
- Director: Dadasaheb Phalke
The other options are incorrect: Amartya Sen is an economist, Ardeshir Irani directed 'Alam Ara' (India's first talkie), and N.G. Chitre was involved in early Indian cinema but not as the director of this specific pioneering film.
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