Modern Hindi/Regional — Set 5
Books & Authors · आधुनिक हिंदी/क्षेत्रीय · Questions 41–50 of 60
Who is the author of 'Madhushala', a highly famous collection of Hindi poems?
Correct Answer: D. Harivansh Rai Bachchan
• **Harivansh Rai Bachchan** = He authored 'Madhushala', a highly famous collection of 135 Hindi poems using the tavern metaphor. • **1935** — 'Madhushala' was published by Harivansh Rai Bachchan in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Sumitranandan Pant]: A prominent poet of Chhayavaad, known for 'Chidambara'; [Dinkar]: Famous for 'Rashmirathi' and 'Kurukshetra'; [Nirala]: A leading figure of Chhayavaad, known for 'Ram Ki Shakti Pooja'.
The book 'Anandamath', which contains the song 'Vande Mataram', was written by?
Correct Answer: C. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
• **Bankim Chandra Chatterjee** = He wrote the book 'Anandamath', which contains the iconic song 'Vande Mataram'. • **1882** — 'Anandamath' was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Rabindranath Tagore]: Composer of India's national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana'; [Sarat Chandra]: Known for 'Devdas'; [Michael Madhusudan Dutt]: A pioneer of Bengali drama and epic poetry.
Who is the author of the classic historical novel 'Kadu', which depicts rural life in Karnataka?
Correct Answer: D. S.L. Bhyrappa
• **S.L. Bhyrappa** = He authored the classic historical novel 'Kadu', depicting rural life in Karnataka. • **Padma Bhushan** — S.L. Bhyrappa has been honored with this prestigious civilian award. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [U.R. Ananthamurthy]: Known for 'Samskara'; [Girish Karnad]: A renowned playwright and actor; [Kuvempu]: A celebrated poet and novelist, known for 'Kanooru Heggadithi'.
Which writer is famous for his 'Malgudi' stories set in a fictional South Indian town?
Correct Answer: C. R.K. Narayan
• **R.K. Narayan** = He is famous for his 'Malgudi' stories, set in a fictional South Indian town. • **Swami and Friends** — This is one of R.K. Narayan's globally recognized works, set in Malgudi. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Raja Rao]: Known for 'Kanthapura'; [Mulk Raj Anand]: Famous for 'Untouchable' and 'Coolie'; [Kushwant Singh]: A renowned journalist and novelist, known for 'Train to Pakistan'.
The Marathi writer known for the humorous collection 'Batatyachi Chal' is?
Correct Answer: D. P.L. Deshpande
• **P.L. Deshpande** = He is the Marathi writer known for the humorous collection 'Batatyachi Chal'. • **Mumbai tenement** — 'Batatyachi Chal' is a satirical portrayal of life in this type of dwelling. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Vijay Tendulkar]: A renowned playwright, known for 'Ghashiram Kotwal'; [V.S. Khandekar]: A Jnanpith awardee, known for 'Yayati'; [V.V. Shirwadkar]: Also known as Kusumagraj, a celebrated Marathi poet and playwright.
Who wrote the Hindi novel 'Chitralekha', which explores the concepts of sin and virtue?
Correct Answer: B. Bhagwati Charan Verma
• **Bhagwati Charan Verma** = He authored the Hindi novel 'Chitralekha', which explores the concepts of sin and virtue. • **Twice** — The novel 'Chitralekha' has been adapted into a film two times, indicating its widespread popularity. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Premchand]: Known for his realistic Hindi short stories and novels like 'Godaan'; [Jainendra Kumar]: A leading Hindi author, known for his psychological novels; [Yashpal]: A prominent Hindi writer, known for his progressive novels and stories.
The historical novel 'Yajnaseni', written from Draupadi's perspective, was authored by?
Correct Answer: B. Pratibha Ray
• **Pratibha Ray** = She authored the historical novel 'Yajnaseni', which is written from Draupadi's perspective. • **Moortidevi Award** — 'Yajnaseni' won this prestigious award, recognizing its literary excellence. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Mahasweta Devi]: Known for her works on tribal communities and social activism; [Shivani]: A popular Hindi author, known for her unique storytelling; [Amrita Pritam]: A renowned Punjabi writer, known for her novel 'Pinjar'.
Which author wrote the masterpiece 'Tamas', depicting the horrors of communal violence?
Correct Answer: B. Bhisham Sahni
• **Bhisham Sahni** = He authored the masterpiece 'Tamas', which depicts the horrors of communal violence during the partition. • **1975** — 'Tamas' won the Sahitya Akademi Award in this year, marking its literary significance. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Kamleshwar]: A prominent Hindi writer, known for his short stories and novels; [Mohan Rakesh]: A celebrated Hindi dramatist and novelist, known for 'Aadhe Adhure'; [Nirmal Verma]: A leading Hindi author, known for his existentialist themes.
Who is the author of the Bengali novel 'Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa'?
Correct Answer: A. Mahasweta Devi
• **Mahasweta Devi** = She authored the Bengali novel 'Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa', which explores a mother's discovery of her son's Naxalite involvement. • **Jnanpith Award** — Mahasweta Devi received this highest Indian literary award for her significant contributions to literature and social activism. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Ashapoorna Devi]: A prominent Bengali novelist, known for her feminist themes; [Nabaneeta Dev Sen]: A distinguished Bengali writer and academic; [Anita Desai]: A renowned Indian English novelist, known for her sensitive portrayal of characters.
The Hindi novel 'Maila Anchal' was authored by?
Correct Answer: B. Phanishwar Nath Renu
• **Phanishwar Nath Renu** = He authored the Hindi novel 'Maila Anchal', which is renowned for its regional literature style. • **Anchalik literature** — 'Maila Anchal' is a seminal work in this genre, focusing on the local flavor and life of a specific region. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Yashpal]: A prominent Hindi writer, known for his progressive novels and stories; [Nagarjun]: A celebrated Hindi and Maithili poet and novelist; [Rahi Masoom Raza]: A noted Hindi and Urdu writer, known for his works on partition and Ganga-Jamuni culture.