Answer the following questions in 25-30 words.

(1) Why is Maharashtra known as the land that nurtured the Indian film industry?

(2) What is Powada?

(1) Maharashtra was the first state where written scripts were developed. The first full-length movie was also made and released in Maharashtra. A lot of stage plays were performed, and silent and sound movies were made that enriched cinema. Thus, Maharashtra emerged as the land that nurtured the Indian film industry.

(2) Powada is a style of poetry written in the Marathi language. It narrates historical events and heroic deeds of men and women in an inspiring manner. They are a medium of creating awareness among the public.