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Influence of Indian Dramas on World Literature

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Which ancient Indian drama is considered the greatest Sanskrit play and is still performed today?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. The Clay Cart


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Recognition of Shakuntala, written by Kalidasa, is regarded as one of the greatest Sanskrit plays and is still performed worldwide.

Which Indian dramatist is known for his play 'The Little Clay Cart'?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Bhasa

  3. Shudraka

  4. Visakhadatta


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shudraka is the author of 'The Little Clay Cart', a Sanskrit play that depicts the life of a courtesan named Vasantasena.

Which Indian drama is often compared to Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'?

  1. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  2. Mricchakatika

  3. The Clay Cart

  4. Abhijnanashakuntalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam, also known as 'The Recognition of Shakuntala', is often compared to Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' due to its tragic love story.

Which Indian drama is known for its political intrigue and complex characters?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Mudrarakshasa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mudrarakshasa, written by Visakhadatta, is a political thriller that revolves around the struggle for power between two rival kingdoms.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a king who falls in love with a celestial nymph?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Vikramorvashiyam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vikramorvashiyam, written by Kalidasa, tells the story of King Pururavas and his love for the celestial nymph Urvashi.

Which Indian drama is known for its humor and satire?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. The Clay Cart


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mricchakatika, written by Shudraka, is a comedy of errors that satirizes the social and political conditions of ancient India.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a young woman who is sold into slavery?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. The Clay Cart


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Little Clay Cart, written by Bhasa, tells the story of Charudatta, a wealthy merchant, and his love for Vasantasena, a courtesan.

Which Indian drama is known for its exploration of the theme of reincarnation?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Swapnavasavadattam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Swapnavasavadattam, written by Bhasa, explores the theme of reincarnation through the story of King Udayana and his love for Princess Vasavadatta.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a king who is exiled from his kingdom?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Abhijnanashakuntalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam, written by Kalidasa, tells the story of King Dushyanta and his love for Shakuntala, a hermit's daughter.

Which Indian drama is known for its use of symbolism and allegory?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Prabodhachandrodaya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Prabodhachandrodaya, written by Krishna Misra, is a symbolic drama that allegorizes the conflict between good and evil.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a king who is tricked into marrying a demon?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Vikramorvashiyam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vikramorvashiyam, written by Kalidasa, tells the story of King Pururavas and his love for the celestial nymph Urvashi.

Which Indian drama is known for its exploration of the theme of love and separation?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Abhijnanashakuntalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam, written by Kalidasa, explores the theme of love and separation through the story of King Dushyanta and his love for Shakuntala, a hermit's daughter.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a king who is cursed to become a serpent?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Nagananda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nagananda, written by Harsha, tells the story of King Jimutavahana and his curse to become a serpent.

Which Indian drama is known for its use of music and dance?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Gitagovinda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gitagovinda, written by Jayadeva, is a lyrical drama that combines music, dance, and poetry.

Which Indian drama is based on the story of a king who is reunited with his lost son?

  1. The Little Clay Cart

  2. The Recognition of Shakuntala

  3. Mricchakatika

  4. Abhijnanashakuntalam


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abhijnanashakuntalam, written by Kalidasa, tells the story of King Dushyanta and his love for Shakuntala, a hermit's daughter.

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