Telugu Literature

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Who is considered the father of modern Telugu literature?

  1. Gurajada Apparao

  2. Kandukuri Veeresalingam

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Sri Sri


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kandukuri Veeresalingam is widely regarded as the father of modern Telugu literature for his pioneering efforts in social reform, education, and literary contributions.

Which Telugu poet is known for his powerful and evocative lyrics?

  1. Sri Sri

  2. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  3. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  4. Vemana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Sri, also known as Srirangam Srinivasarao, is renowned for his revolutionary and impactful poetry, which often explored themes of social justice and freedom.

Which Telugu novel is considered a masterpiece of social realism?

  1. Malapalli

  2. Kanyasulkam

  3. Veyipadagalu

  4. Chemmeen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malapalli, written by Jnanpith Award winner Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry, is a powerful and moving novel that delves into the lives of marginalized communities and the social injustices they face.

Who is the author of the epic poem (\text{Srimad Andhra Mahabharatam})?

  1. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  2. Tikkana

  3. Errana

  4. Vedavyasa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nannaya Bhattaraka, a 11th-century poet, is credited with translating the Sanskrit epic (\text{Mahabharata}) into Telugu, creating the (\text{Srimad Andhra Mahabharatam}).

Which Telugu writer is known for his humorous and satirical works?

  1. Gurajada Apparao

  2. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  3. Vemana

  4. Viswanatha Satyanarayana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vemana, a 17th-century poet, is famous for his witty and thought-provoking verses, often using simple language to convey profound insights and observations.

Who is the author of the novel (\text{Kanyasulkam}), which addresses the issue of child marriage?

  1. Kandukuri Veeresalingam

  2. Gurajada Apparao

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Sri Sri


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gurajada Apparao, a prominent figure in the Telugu literary world, wrote (\text{Kanyasulkam}), a play that powerfully critiques the practice of child marriage and advocates for social reform.

Which Telugu poet is known for his philosophical and spiritual verses?

  1. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  2. Vemana

  3. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  4. Tikkana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Devulapalli Krishna Sastry, a 20th-century poet, is renowned for his profound and introspective poetry, often exploring themes of spirituality, existence, and the human condition.

Who is the author of the novel (\text{Veyipadagalu}), which depicts the lives of farmers in rural Andhra Pradesh?

  1. Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry

  2. Gurajada Apparao

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Kandukuri Veeresalingam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry, a Jnanpith Award winner, wrote (\text{Veyipadagalu}), a novel that realistically portrays the struggles and resilience of farmers in rural Andhra Pradesh.

Which Telugu writer is known for his historical novels and plays?

  1. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  2. Sri Sri

  3. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  4. Vemana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Viswanatha Satyanarayana, a prolific writer, is known for his historical novels and plays, which often explore themes of Telugu culture, history, and mythology.

Who is the author of the novel (\text{Chemmeen}), which is set in the backdrop of the fishing community in Kerala?

  1. Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai

  2. Gurajada Apparao

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Sri Sri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, a Malayalam writer, wrote (\text{Chemmeen}), a novel that beautifully portrays the lives and struggles of the fishing community in Kerala.

Which Telugu poet is known for his powerful and evocative lyrics?

  1. Sri Sri

  2. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  3. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  4. Vemana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sri Sri, also known as Srirangam Srinivasarao, is renowned for his revolutionary and impactful poetry, which often explored themes of social justice and freedom.

Who is the author of the novel (\text{Malapalli}), which delves into the lives of marginalized communities?

  1. Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry

  2. Gurajada Apparao

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Sri Sri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry, a Jnanpith Award winner, wrote (\text{Malapalli}), a powerful and moving novel that sheds light on the struggles and resilience of marginalized communities.

Which Telugu writer is known for his humorous and satirical works?

  1. Gurajada Apparao

  2. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  3. Vemana

  4. Viswanatha Satyanarayana


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vemana, a 17th-century poet, is famous for his witty and thought-provoking verses, often using simple language to convey profound insights and observations.

Who is the author of the novel (\text{Kanyasulkam}), which addresses the issue of child marriage?

  1. Kandukuri Veeresalingam

  2. Gurajada Apparao

  3. Viswanatha Satyanarayana

  4. Sri Sri


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gurajada Apparao, a prominent figure in the Telugu literary world, wrote (\text{Kanyasulkam}), a play that powerfully critiques the practice of child marriage and advocates for social reform.

Which Telugu poet is known for his philosophical and spiritual verses?

  1. Devulapalli Krishna Sastry

  2. Vemana

  3. Nannaya Bhattaraka

  4. Tikkana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Devulapalli Krishna Sastry, a 20th-century poet, is renowned for his profound and introspective poetry, often exploring themes of spirituality, existence, and the human condition.

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