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The Indian Short Story and the Environment

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Which Indian short story writer is known for his stories about the environment and the relationship between humans and nature?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Premchand

  3. R. K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore was a Bengali writer who wrote extensively about the environment and the relationship between humans and nature. His stories often explored the themes of conservation, sustainability, and the importance of preserving the natural world.

Which of the following is a common theme in Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. The conflict between humans and nature

  2. The importance of preserving the natural world

  3. The role of technology in environmental conservation

  4. The impact of climate change on human lives


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The conflict between humans and nature is a common theme in Indian short stories about the environment. This conflict is often explored through the lens of characters who are struggling to balance their own needs with the needs of the natural world.

Which of the following is a common setting for Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. The urban jungle

  2. The rural countryside

  3. The mountains

  4. The coast


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The rural countryside is a common setting for Indian short stories about the environment. This is because the rural countryside is often seen as a place where the natural world is still intact and where the conflict between humans and nature is most apparent.

Which of the following is a common literary device used in Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. Symbolism

  2. Allegory

  3. Personification

  4. Metaphor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Symbolism is a common literary device used in Indian short stories about the environment. Symbols can be used to represent the natural world, the conflict between humans and nature, and the importance of preserving the environment.

Which of the following is a common message found in Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. Humans are responsible for the destruction of the environment

  2. The natural world is resilient and can recover from human damage

  3. Technology can be used to solve environmental problems

  4. The environment is a sacred entity that should be respected


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The environment is often seen as a sacred entity in Indian culture. This is reflected in the way that Indian short stories about the environment often convey a message of respect for the natural world.

Which of the following Indian short story writers has written extensively about the impact of climate change on human lives?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Jhumpa Lahiri

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh is an Indian writer who has written extensively about the impact of climate change on human lives. His novels and short stories often explore the ways in which climate change is affecting the lives of people in India and around the world.

Which of the following is a common theme in Indian short stories about the role of technology in environmental conservation?

  1. Technology can be used to solve environmental problems

  2. Technology is a major cause of environmental problems

  3. Technology is neutral and can be used for good or for evil

  4. Technology is irrelevant to environmental conservation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Technology is often seen as a potential solution to environmental problems in Indian short stories. This is because technology can be used to develop new ways to reduce pollution, conserve resources, and protect the natural world.

Which of the following Indian short story writers has written extensively about the importance of preserving the natural world?

  1. R. K. Narayan

  2. Raja Rao

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. Kamala Markandaya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamala Markandaya was an Indian writer who wrote extensively about the importance of preserving the natural world. Her novels and short stories often explored the ways in which human activities are destroying the environment and the need to take action to protect the natural world.

Which of the following is a common literary technique used in Indian short stories about the environment to create a sense of empathy for the natural world?

  1. Personification

  2. Allegory

  3. Symbolism

  4. Metaphor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Personification is a common literary technique used in Indian short stories about the environment to create a sense of empathy for the natural world. By giving human qualities to animals, plants, and other natural objects, writers can help readers to see the natural world as something that is alive and deserving of respect.

Which of the following is a common theme in Indian short stories about the relationship between humans and nature?

  1. Humans are part of nature and should live in harmony with it

  2. Humans are separate from nature and should dominate it

  3. Humans are superior to nature and should use it for their own benefit

  4. Humans are insignificant in comparison to nature and should not try to control it


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The idea that humans are part of nature and should live in harmony with it is a common theme in Indian short stories about the relationship between humans and nature. This theme is often explored through the lens of characters who are struggling to find a balance between their own needs and the needs of the natural world.

Which of the following Indian short story writers has written extensively about the conflict between humans and nature?

  1. Premchand

  2. R. K. Narayan

  3. Raja Rao

  4. Mulk Raj Anand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Premchand was an Indian writer who wrote extensively about the conflict between humans and nature. His novels and short stories often explored the ways in which human activities are destroying the environment and the need to take action to protect the natural world.

Which of the following is a common message found in Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. Humans are destroying the environment and need to change their ways

  2. The natural world is resilient and can recover from human damage

  3. Technology can be used to solve environmental problems

  4. The environment is a sacred entity that should be respected


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The message that humans are destroying the environment and need to change their ways is a common one in Indian short stories about the environment. This message is often conveyed through the lens of characters who are struggling to cope with the consequences of environmental destruction.

Which of the following is a common setting for Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. The urban jungle

  2. The rural countryside

  3. The mountains

  4. The coast


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The rural countryside is a common setting for Indian short stories about the environment. This is because the rural countryside is often seen as a place where the natural world is still intact and where the conflict between humans and nature is most apparent.

Which of the following is a common literary device used in Indian short stories about the environment?

  1. Symbolism

  2. Allegory

  3. Personification

  4. Metaphor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Symbolism is a common literary device used in Indian short stories about the environment. Symbols can be used to represent the natural world, the conflict between humans and nature, and the importance of preserving the environment.

Which of the following Indian short story writers has written extensively about the role of technology in environmental conservation?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Jhumpa Lahiri

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh is an Indian writer who has written extensively about the role of technology in environmental conservation. His novels and short stories often explore the ways in which technology can be used to develop new ways to reduce pollution, conserve resources, and protect the natural world.

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