Jnanpith & Akademi — Set 6
Books & Authors · ज्ञानपीठ और अकादमी · Questions 51–60 of 60
Who was the first recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award in the English language?
Correct Answer: B. R.K. Narayan
R.K. Narayan won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1960 for his famous novel 'The Guide'. He is well known for creating the fictional town of Malgudi in his stories. He was one of the early pioneers who established Indian literature in English globally.
The first Urdu writer to win the Jnanpith Award was?
Correct Answer: C. Firaq Gorakhpuri
Firaq Gorakhpuri received the Jnanpith Award in 1969 for his collection 'Gul-e-Naghma'. He was a renowned poet and critic who revolutionized Urdu ghazals. He also served as a professor of English at Allahabad University.
Which year was the Sahitya Akademi founded?
Correct Answer: C. 1954
The Sahitya Akademi was officially inaugurated on March 12, 1954. It was established as an autonomous organization by the Government of India. Its mission is to encourage the growth of Indian literature and language.
Who wrote 'Yayati', for which he received the Jnanpith Award in 1974?
Correct Answer: A. V.S. Khandekar
V.S. Khandekar was the first Marathi writer to be honored with the Jnanpith Award. His novel 'Yayati' is a profound exploration of human desires based on Indian mythology. It remains one of the most translated Marathi novels.
The 'Bal Sahitya Puraskar' is an annual award given by which institution?
Correct Answer: B. Sahitya Akademi
The Bal Sahitya Puraskar was instituted by Sahitya Akademi in 2010 to recognize excellence in children's literature. It is given to the best children's book in each of the 24 recognized languages. The award aims to encourage writers to create high-quality content for young readers.
In which language did Amrita Pritam write her award-winning works?
Correct Answer: B. Punjabi
Amrita Pritam was a leading Punjabi poet and novelist who won the Jnanpith Award in 1981. She is best known for her novel 'Pinjar' and her poignant poem 'Aaj Aakhaan Waris Shah Nu'. She was the first woman to win the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1956.
Who won the Jnanpith Award in 1982 for her contribution to Hindi literature?
Correct Answer: A. Mahadevi Varma
Mahadevi Varma was one of the four main pillars of the Chhayavaad movement in Hindi literature. She is often called the 'Modern Meera' for her soulful and spiritual poetry. Her collection 'Yama' earned her the prestigious Jnanpith honor.
The Sahitya Akademi Award for English in 2017 was won by whom for the novel 'The Black Hill'?
Correct Answer: A. Mamang Dai
Mamang Dai is a prominent poet and novelist from Arunachal Pradesh. Her novel 'The Black Hill' is set in the 19th-century history of the North-East. She is known for bringing tribal voices and landscapes to the forefront of Indian literature.
Who is the first Malayalam writer to receive the Jnanpith Award twice?
Correct Answer: D. None of these
The correct answer is 'None of these'. Actually, no writer has won the Jnanpith Award more than once, as it is given for a writer's entire body of work. Several Malayalam writers have won it individually, starting with G. Sankara Kurup. It is a lifetime achievement award that can only be received once.
Which year did the Sahitya Akademi start the 'Bhasha Samman' for minor languages?
Correct Answer: C. 1996
The Bhasha Samman was instituted in 1996 to recognize contribution to languages that are not among the 24 regular languages. This includes languages like Tulu, Kodava, and various tribal dialects. It helps in the documentation and preservation of India's vast linguistic diversity.