Jnanpith & Akademi — Set 5
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Which is the highest literary award in India?
Correct Answer: B. Jnanpith Award
The Jnanpith Award is recognized as the supreme literary honor in India. It was first presented in 1965 to Malayalam writer G. Sankara Kurup. The award carries a cash prize and a bronze statue of Goddess Saraswati.
In which city is the Sahitya Akademi based?
Correct Answer: C. New Delhi
The Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters, is headquartered in New Delhi. It was inaugurated in 1954 to promote Indian literature in 24 different languages. The building is famously known as Rabindra Bhavan.
Who was the first recipient of the Jnanpith Award?
Correct Answer: A. G. Sankara Kurup
G. Sankara Kurup, a Malayalam writer, won the first Jnanpith Award in 1965. He received it for his collection of poems titled 'Odakkuzhal'. He is one of the most respected figures in modern Malayalam literature.
The Jnanpith Award is given for outstanding contribution in which field?
Correct Answer: B. Literature
Jnanpith is the most prestigious award dedicated to the field of literature in India. It recognizes authors for their overall contribution to any recognized Indian language. The award is presented by the Bharatiya Jnanpith trust.
Which Indian author was the first to win the Jnanpith Award for English literature?
Correct Answer: B. Amitav Ghosh
Amitav Ghosh made history in 2018 by becoming the first English language writer to win the Jnanpith Award. He is famous for his historical novels like 'The Glass Palace' and the Ibis trilogy. This marked a significant recognition of Indian writing in English by the trust.
Who was the first woman to receive the Jnanpith Award?
Correct Answer: A. Ashapoorna Devi
Bengali writer Ashapoorna Devi was the first woman to be honored with the Jnanpith Award in 1976. She is best known for her trilogy about the lives of women in Bengal. Her writing beautifully captures the changing social landscape of India.
The Sahitya Akademi Award is given to writers in how many languages?
Correct Answer: C. 24
Sahitya Akademi recognizes works in 24 languages, which includes English and Rajasthani along with the 22 scheduled languages. The awards are given annually for the best literary work published in each language. This award is highly regarded for its support of regional literature.
Who won the Jnanpith Award in 1968 for the work 'Chidambara'?
Correct Answer: B. Sumitranandan Pant
Sumitranandan Pant was the first Hindi writer to receive the Jnanpith Award. He was a leading poet of the Chhayavaad movement in Hindi literature. His work 'Chidambara' is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and depth.
Which state's authors have won the highest number of Jnanpith Awards?
Correct Answer: C. Karnataka
Karnataka holds the record for the most Jnanpith Award winners in India. Several eminent Kannada writers like Kuvempu, Bendre, and Karnad have received this honor. This highlights the rich and vibrant literary tradition of the Kannada language.
The bronze statue of which goddess is presented to Jnanpith Award winners?
Correct Answer: C. Saraswati
The Jnanpith trophy is a bronze replica of Vagdevi, which is another form of Goddess Saraswati. Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, and wisdom. This award represents the highest attainment in the creative pursuit of literature.