Modern Literature — Set 4
Arts & Culture · आधुनिक साहित्य · Questions 31–40 of 60
Who wrote the historical work 'Akbarnama' during the Mughal era?
Correct Answer: C. Abul Fazl
Abul Fazl was one of the Nine Jewels (Navaratnas) in the court of Emperor Akbar. The book is the official history of Akbar's reign and includes the detailed administrative report 'Ain-i-Akbari'. It provides invaluable insights into 16th-century India.
The novel 'Laila Majnu' is a classic love story often attributed to which 13th-century poet?
Correct Answer: C. Nizami Ganjavi
Nizami Ganjavi, a Persian poet, wrote the most famous version of this tragic Arabic legend. Amir Khusrau also wrote a version as part of his 'Khamsa'. The story has deeply influenced literature and music across the Islamic world.
Who is the author of the Urdu poetry collection 'Kulliyat-e-Ghalib'?
Correct Answer: D. Mirza Ghalib
Mirza Ghalib was a legendary poet of the Mughal era who wrote extensively in both Urdu and Persian. His ghazals are celebrated for their depth, wit, and complex emotions. He lived through the decline of the Mughal Empire and the Revolt of 1857.
The novel 'Interpreter of Maladies', which won the Pulitzer Prize, was written by?
Correct Answer: A. Jhumpa Lahiri
Jhumpa Lahiri's collection of short stories deals with the lives of Indians and Indian-Americans caught between two cultures. She is known for her meticulous prose and exploration of the immigrant experience. The book won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2000.
Which writer is known for the novel 'The Inheritance of Loss', which won the Man Booker Prize in 2006?
Correct Answer: A. Kiran Desai
Kiran Desai won the Booker Prize at the age of 35, becoming one of the youngest women to do so. The novel explores themes of globalization, nationalism, and the weight of history in the Himalayas. She is the daughter of novelist Anita Desai.
The play 'Andha Yug', set in the immediate aftermath of the Mahabharata war, was written by?
Correct Answer: D. Dharamvir Bharati
Dharamvir Bharati was a giant of Hindi literature and editor of the magazine 'Dharmyug'. This verse play critiques the destructive nature of war and moral collapse. It remains a staple of modern Indian theatre.
Who wrote the famous Marathi novel 'Mrityunjay', based on the life of Karna?
Correct Answer: D. Shivaji Sawant
Shivaji Sawant is celebrated for his historical and mythological novels. 'Mrityunjay' is considered one of the greatest works of modern Marathi literature. It portrays Karna's life from his own perspective and those around him.
The book 'Satyarth Prakash' was written by which social reformer?
Correct Answer: B. Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Swami Dayanand Saraswati was the founder of the Arya Samaj movement. This book outlines his philosophy and call to return to the Vedas. It played a significant role in the socio-religious reform movements of the 19th century.
Which author is known for the classic American novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird'?
Correct Answer: B. Harper Lee
Harper Lee won the Pulitzer Prize for this novel, which addresses racial injustice in the American South. The story is seen through the eyes of a young girl named Scout Finch. It is one of the most widely taught books in schools worldwide.
Who is the author of 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being'?
Correct Answer: D. Milan Kundera
Milan Kundera was a Czech-French author known for his philosophical explorations of human existence. The novel is set during the 1968 Prague Spring and deals with the concept of fate and freedom. He passed away in 2023 at the age of 94.