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Abhijnanashakuntalam: The Recognition of Shakuntala

Description: Abhijnanashakuntalam: The Recognition of Shakuntala is a Sanskrit play written by Kalidasa. It is one of the most famous and widely performed plays in Indian literature. The play tells the story of Shakuntala, a young woman who is abandoned by her lover, King Dushyanta, and later reunited with him after many years.
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Who is the author of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhavabhuti

  3. Shudraka

  4. Vishakhadatta

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalidasa is considered one of the greatest poets and dramatists in Sanskrit literature.

What is the main theme of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Love and separation

  2. Revenge and justice

  3. Duty and honor

  4. Wealth and power

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The play explores the themes of love, separation, and reunion.

Who is the protagonist of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Shakuntala

  2. Dushyanta

  3. Kanva

  4. Madhavya

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shakuntala is the central character of the play.

Who is the antagonist of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Dushyanta

  2. Durvasa

  3. Menaka

  4. Gautami

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dushyanta's actions lead to the separation of Shakuntala and their son, Bharata.

What is the setting of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. A forest

  2. A palace

  3. A city

  4. A temple

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The majority of the play takes place in a forest.

What is the conflict in Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Shakuntala's love for Dushyanta

  2. Dushyanta's love for Shakuntala

  3. The separation of Shakuntala and Dushyanta

  4. The reunion of Shakuntala and Dushyanta

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The conflict of the play is caused by the separation of Shakuntala and Dushyanta.

How does Shakuntala and Dushyanta reunite?

  1. Through a magical ring

  2. Through a divine intervention

  3. Through a chance encounter

  4. Through a letter

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shakuntala and Dushyanta are reunited through a magical ring that Dushyanta had given to Shakuntala.

What is the significance of the ring in Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. It is a symbol of love

  2. It is a symbol of power

  3. It is a symbol of wealth

  4. It is a symbol of status

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ring is a symbol of love between Shakuntala and Dushyanta.

What is the name of Shakuntala and Dushyanta's son?

  1. Bharata

  2. Rama

  3. Lakshmana

  4. Shatrughna

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharata is the son of Shakuntala and Dushyanta.

What is the significance of Bharata in Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. He is the heir to the throne

  2. He is a powerful warrior

  3. He is a wise and just ruler

  4. He is a great scholar

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bharata is the heir to the throne of Hastinapura.

What is the message of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Love conquers all

  2. Revenge is sweet

  3. Duty is more important than love

  4. Wealth is the most important thing in life

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The play's message is that love conquers all obstacles.

What is the significance of Abhijnanashakuntalam in Indian literature?

  1. It is one of the most famous and widely performed plays

  2. It is a masterpiece of Sanskrit literature

  3. It is a source of inspiration for many other works of art

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam is one of the most famous and widely performed plays in Indian literature, and is considered a masterpiece of Sanskrit literature. It has been a source of inspiration for many other works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and films.

In which century was Abhijnanashakuntalam written?

  1. 4th century BCE

  2. 5th century CE

  3. 6th century CE

  4. 7th century CE

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam was written in the 5th century CE.

What is the genre of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Tragedy

  2. Comedy

  3. Romance

  4. Epic

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam is a romantic play.

What is the structure of Abhijnanashakuntalam?

  1. Seven acts

  2. Five acts

  3. Three acts

  4. One act

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam is a seven-act play.

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