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Indian Literary Scholars and Their Role in Publishing

Description: This quiz focuses on the contributions of Indian literary scholars to the field of publishing, highlighting their role in shaping the literary landscape of India.
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Who among the following Indian literary scholars played a significant role in promoting regional literature through publishing?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  3. G. N. Devy

  4. C. D. Narasimhaiah


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

G. N. Devy, a renowned Indian literary scholar and publisher, is known for his efforts in promoting regional literature through his publishing house, Navayana.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Writers Workshop" in Kolkata?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

P. Lal, an eminent Indian poet, editor, and publisher, established the publishing house "Writers Workshop" in Kolkata, which played a crucial role in promoting Indian writing in English.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Indian Literature"?

  1. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  2. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  3. C. D. Narasimhaiah

  4. Mulk Raj Anand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar, a prominent Indian literary critic and scholar, was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Indian Literature", serving as its editor for many years.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Sahitya Akademi"?

  1. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  2. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. C. D. Narasimhaiah


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Suniti Kumar Chatterjee, a renowned Indian linguist and literary scholar, played a key role in establishing the publishing house "Sahitya Akademi", which has been instrumental in promoting Indian literature in various languages.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was associated with the publication of the literary journal "Quest"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nissim Ezekiel, a notable Indian poet and editor, was associated with the publication of the literary journal "Quest", which played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of India.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Orient Longman"?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  3. G. N. Devy

  4. C. D. Narasimhaiah


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mulk Raj Anand, a prominent Indian novelist and art critic, founded the publishing house "Orient Longman", which published a wide range of literary works, including his own novels.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "The Little Magazine"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A. K. Ramanujan, a renowned Indian poet and scholar, was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "The Little Magazine", which showcased the works of emerging writers.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Katha"?

  1. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  2. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. Geeta Dharmarajan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geeta Dharmarajan, a notable Indian publisher and editor, founded the publishing house "Katha", which specializes in publishing children's literature and promoting reading among young readers.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was associated with the publication of the literary journal "Chandrabhaga"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

P. Lal, in addition to founding "Writers Workshop", was also associated with the publication of the literary journal "Chandrabhaga", which focused on Indian writing in English.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Rupa & Co."?

  1. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  2. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. Rajan Raheja


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rajan Raheja, a prominent Indian publisher and businessman, founded the publishing house "Rupa & Co.", which has published a diverse range of literary works, including fiction, non-fiction, and academic books.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Poetry India"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nissim Ezekiel, besides his association with "Quest", was also actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Poetry India", which showcased the works of contemporary Indian poets.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "HarperCollins India"?

  1. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  2. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. Nandan Nilekani


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nandan Nilekani, a renowned Indian businessman and philanthropist, founded the publishing house "HarperCollins India", which publishes a wide range of literary works, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's books.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was associated with the publication of the literary journal "The Journal of Indian Writing in English"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A. K. Ramanujan, in addition to his involvement with "The Little Magazine", was also associated with the publication of the literary journal "The Journal of Indian Writing in English", which focused on critical analysis of Indian literature in English.

Which Indian literary scholar founded the publishing house "Penguin India"?

  1. Suniti Kumar Chatterjee

  2. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  3. Mulk Raj Anand

  4. David Davidar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

David Davidar, a notable Indian publisher and editor, founded the publishing house "Penguin India", which has published a vast collection of literary works, including Indian writing in English and translations from Indian languages.

Who among the following Indian literary scholars was actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Indian Literature Today"?

  1. Nissim Ezekiel

  2. P. Lal

  3. K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar

  4. A. K. Ramanujan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

K. R. Srinivasa Iyengar, besides his association with "Indian Literature", was also actively involved in the publication of the literary journal "Indian Literature Today", which showcased contemporary Indian writing.

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