Jnanpith Award — Set 4
Awards & Honors · ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार · Questions 31–40 of 60
Which famous Malayalam writer won the award for his novel 'Randamoozham' (The Second Turn)?
Correct Answer: A. M.T. Vasudevan Nair
M.T. Vasudevan Nair received the Jnanpith Award in 1995 for his immense contribution to literature. 'Randamoozham' is a retelling of the Mahabharata from Bhima's perspective. He is also an acclaimed screenwriter and film director.
Who was the first recipient from the state of Rajasthan to win for Hindi literature?
Correct Answer: B. Nirmal Verma
Nirmal Verma, who was born in Shimla but associated with modern Hindi movements, won the award in 1999. He is considered the pioneer of the 'Nayi Kahani' (New Story) movement. He shared the award with the Punjabi writer Gurdial Singh.
The first Jnanpith winner for the language Sanskrit (awarded in 2006) was?
Correct Answer: A. Satyavrat Shastri
Satyavrat Shastri was the first Sanskrit scholar to receive the award for his lifetime contribution. He has written several epics and poems in Sanskrit and has been a visiting professor globally. This win highlighted the continued vitality of the Sanskrit language.
Who among the following is a famous Urdu writer who received the Jnanpith for 'Aag Ka Darya'?
Correct Answer: A. Qurratulain Hyder
Qurratulain Hyder was honored in 1989 for her monumental novel 'Aag Ka Darya' (River of Fire). The novel spans over two thousand years of Indian history. She is often described as the 'Grand Dame' of Urdu literature.
Which Kannada author received the award for his path-breaking novel 'Mookajjiya Kanasugalu'?
Correct Answer: A. Shivarama Karanth
Shivarama Karanth won the award in 1977 for 'Mookajjiya Kanasugalu' (Mookajji's Dreams). He was a polymath involved in social reform, dance, and cinema. The novel explores philosophical questions through an elderly woman's visions.
Who was the first Bengali writer to win the Jnanpith Award?
Correct Answer: B. Tarashankar Bandyopadhyay
Tarashankar Bandyopadhyay received the honor in 1966 for his novel 'Ganadevtat'. He was known for his epic novels depicting the changing social structures of rural Bengal. He was one of the leading figures of the post-Tagore era.
The award for the year 2022 was given to Nilmani Phookan for his work in which language?
Correct Answer: B. Assamese
Nilmani Phookan was a legendary Assamese poet known for his profound symbolism. He was the third author from Assam to receive the Jnanpith Award. His poetry is deeply influenced by the folk traditions and landscape of his state.
Who among the following is the only Urdu poet to win the award in the 21st century besides Gulzar?
Correct Answer: B. Shahryar
Shahryar, the famous lyricist of 'Umrao Jaan', received the Jnanpith Award in 2008. He was a prominent figure in modern Urdu poetry and an academic. His work is celebrated for its emotional depth and lyrical quality.
Which Odia writer won the Jnanpith Award for her novel 'Yajnaseni'?
Correct Answer: A. Pratibha Ray
Pratibha Ray was honored in 2011, being the first woman from Odisha to receive the award. 'Yajnaseni' is a famous retelling of the Mahabharata from Draupadi's perspective. Her work has been translated into many Indian and foreign languages.
Who was the first Jnanpith winner for the language Telugu?
Correct Answer: A. Viswanatha Satyanarayana
Viswanatha Satyanarayana won the award in 1970 for 'Ramayana Kalpavrukshamu'. He was a prolific writer who authored thousands of poems and novels. He is considered the 'Kavi Samrat' of modern Telugu literature.