Women Writers and Autobiography

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Which Indian writer's autobiography, published in 1977, is considered a classic of Indian literature?

  1. Amrita Pritam

  2. Kamala Das

  3. Mahadevi Varma

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amrita Pritam's autobiography, titled 'Raseedi Ticket' (The Ticket), is widely regarded as a masterpiece of Indian literature and has been translated into several languages.

Who wrote the autobiography 'My Story', which chronicles her life as a social reformer and freedom fighter?

  1. Annie Besant

  2. Sarojini Naidu

  3. Kamala Nehru

  4. Vijayalakshmi Pandit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Annie Besant's autobiography, 'My Story', offers a detailed account of her involvement in the Indian independence movement and her work as a social reformer.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'The Inner Courtyard', explores her experiences as a woman in a traditional Indian society?

  1. Mahadevi Varma

  2. Kamala Das

  3. Amrita Pritam

  4. Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahadevi Varma's autobiography, 'The Inner Courtyard', provides a glimpse into the inner struggles and emotions of a woman living in a patriarchal society.

Who wrote the autobiography 'A Life of My Own', which reflects on her journey as a writer and activist?

  1. Kamala Das

  2. Annie Besant

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Vijayalakshmi Pandit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamala Das's autobiography, 'A Life of My Own', offers a candid and introspective account of her life as a writer and her experiences with love, loss, and societal pressures.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'The Wings of Fire', narrates her rise from humble beginnings to becoming India's first woman Prime Minister?

  1. Indira Gandhi

  2. Vijayalakshmi Pandit

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indira Gandhi's autobiography, 'The Wings of Fire', chronicles her life from her early years to her political career and her time as Prime Minister of India.

Who wrote the autobiography 'The Story of My Life', which recounts her experiences as a poet, playwright, and social activist?

  1. Sarojini Naidu

  2. Kamala Das

  3. Amrita Pritam

  4. Mahadevi Varma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarojini Naidu's autobiography, 'The Story of My Life', provides an account of her multifaceted career as a poet, playwright, and social activist.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'My Experiments with Truth', is considered a seminal work in Indian literature and philosophy?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography, 'My Experiments with Truth', is a spiritual and philosophical autobiography that chronicles his life and his journey towards nonviolent resistance.

Who wrote the autobiography 'The Autobiography of a Yogi', which explores the spiritual journey of a yogi and his encounters with enlightened masters?

  1. Paramahansa Yogananda

  2. Swami Vivekananda

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Jiddu Krishnamurti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Paramahansa Yogananda's autobiography, 'The Autobiography of a Yogi', is a spiritual classic that recounts his journey as a yogi and his encounters with enlightened masters.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'The Life Divine', explores the concept of spiritual evolution and the journey of the soul?

  1. Sri Aurobindo

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  4. Swami Vivekananda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Aurobindo's autobiography, 'The Life Divine', is a philosophical and spiritual treatise that explores the concept of spiritual evolution and the journey of the soul.

Who wrote the autobiography 'The Meaning of Life', which reflects on the purpose and significance of human existence?

  1. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Swami Vivekananda

  4. Sri Aurobindo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jiddu Krishnamurti's autobiography, 'The Meaning of Life', explores the nature of reality, the purpose of human existence, and the search for truth.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'Gitanjali', is a collection of poems that explores the themes of love, loss, and spirituality?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Sri Aurobindo

  3. Jiddu Krishnamurti

  4. Swami Vivekananda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore's autobiography, 'Gitanjali', is a collection of poems that explores the themes of love, loss, and spirituality.

Who wrote the autobiography 'The Discovery of India', which provides a historical and cultural overview of India?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru's autobiography, 'The Discovery of India', provides a historical and cultural overview of India from ancient times to the modern era.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'The Story of My Life', chronicles her journey as a social reformer and advocate for women's rights?

  1. Vijayalakshmi Pandit

  2. Annie Besant

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Kamala Das


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijayalakshmi Pandit's autobiography, 'The Story of My Life', chronicles her journey as a social reformer and advocate for women's rights.

Who wrote the autobiography 'My Experiments with Truth', which is considered a classic of Indian literature and philosophy?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi's autobiography, 'My Experiments with Truth', is considered a classic of Indian literature and philosophy.

Which writer's autobiography, titled 'The Wings of Fire', narrates her rise from humble beginnings to becoming India's first woman Prime Minister?

  1. Indira Gandhi

  2. Vijayalakshmi Pandit

  3. Sarojini Naidu

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indira Gandhi's autobiography, 'The Wings of Fire', narrates her rise from humble beginnings to becoming India's first woman Prime Minister.

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