Caste and Culture in Indian Literature

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Which of the following novels by Mulk Raj Anand deals with the theme of caste discrimination?

  1. Untouchable

  2. Coolie

  3. The Village

  4. Two Leaves and a Bud


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mulk Raj Anand's novel "Untouchable" explores the life of an untouchable boy named Bakha and his struggle against caste discrimination in pre-independent India.

In which of these novels does Premchand explore the theme of inter-caste marriage?

  1. Gaban

  2. Godan

  3. Sevasadan

  4. Rangbhoomi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Premchand's novel "Rangbhoomi" tells the story of a young man named Surdas who falls in love with a woman from a lower caste, leading to social conflict and tragedy.

Which of the following authors is known for his portrayal of the lives of Dalits in Indian society?

  1. O.V. Vijayan

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Mahasweta Devi

  4. R.K. Narayan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mahasweta Devi is a renowned Indian writer who has extensively written about the struggles and experiences of Dalits, shedding light on their social and economic oppression.

In which of these novels does Bama Faustina Sooriyadas explore the experiences of Dalit women in Tamil Nadu?

  1. Karukku

  2. Vanni

  3. The Caste of Merit

  4. The Great Indian Novel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bama Faustina Sooriyadas' novel "Karukku" delves into the lives of Dalit women in Tamil Nadu, highlighting their struggles against caste discrimination and gender oppression.

Which of the following novels by Arundhati Roy explores the caste system and its impact on the lives of individuals?

  1. The God of Small Things

  2. The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

  3. Midnight's Children

  4. The Inheritance of Loss


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's novel "The God of Small Things" explores the lives of two fraternal twins, Estha and Rahel, and the impact of caste and social conventions on their lives and relationships.

In which of these novels does R.K. Narayan portray the caste system and its influence on the lives of people in the fictional town of Malgudi?

  1. The Guide

  2. The Financial Expert

  3. Swami and Friends

  4. The Man-Eater of Malgudi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

R.K. Narayan's novel "Swami and Friends" explores the life of a young boy named Swami and his friends in the fictional town of Malgudi, highlighting the influence of caste on their everyday lives and relationships.

Which of the following novels by Anita Desai explores the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of women?

  1. Clear Light of Day

  2. In Custody

  3. The Village by the Sea

  4. Baumgartner's Bombay


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anita Desai's novel "Clear Light of Day" delves into the lives of two sisters, Bim and Tara, and their struggles against societal norms and caste expectations in post-independence India.

In which of these novels does Shashi Deshpande explore the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in a small town?

  1. That Long Silence

  2. The Dark Holds No Terrors

  3. Roots and Shadows

  4. In the Country of Deceit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shashi Deshpande's novel "That Long Silence" explores the lives of two sisters, Jaya and Sita, and their struggles against caste prejudice and societal expectations in a small town in India.

Which of the following novels by M.T. Vasudevan Nair explores the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in Kerala?

  1. Manju

  2. Randamoozham

  3. Nalukettu

  4. Kazhcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

M.T. Vasudevan Nair's novel "Manju" explores the life of a young Dalit woman named Manju and her struggles against caste discrimination and social injustice in Kerala.

In which of these novels does Githa Hariharan explore the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in contemporary India?

  1. The Thousand Faces of Night

  2. In Times of Siege

  3. The Ghosts of Vasu Master

  4. When Dreams Travel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Githa Hariharan's novel "The Thousand Faces of Night" explores the lives of two women, one from a privileged caste and the other from a marginalized caste, and their struggles against societal norms and caste prejudice in contemporary India.

Which of the following novels by Perumal Murugan explores the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in rural Tamil Nadu?

  1. One Part Woman

  2. Seasons of the Palm

  3. The Story of a Goat

  4. Poonachi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Perumal Murugan's novel "One Part Woman" explores the life of a young woman named Ponni and her struggles against caste discrimination and societal expectations in rural Tamil Nadu.

In which of these novels does U.R. Ananthamurthy explore the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in Karnataka?

  1. Samskara

  2. Bhava

  3. Bharathipura

  4. Avasthe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

U.R. Ananthamurthy's novel "Samskara" explores the life of a Brahmin priest named Naranappa and his struggles against societal norms and caste expectations in a village in Karnataka.

Which of the following novels by Shrilal Shukla explores the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in rural Uttar Pradesh?

  1. Raag Darbari

  2. Makaan

  3. Angarey

  4. Godaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shrilal Shukla's novel "Raag Darbari" explores the life of a young man named Suresh and his struggles against caste discrimination and political corruption in rural Uttar Pradesh.

In which of these novels does Yashpal explore the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in Punjab?

  1. Jhootha Sach

  2. Divya

  3. Deshdrohi

  4. Pinjar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yashpal's novel "Jhootha Sach" explores the life of a young man named Birju and his struggles against caste discrimination and social injustice in Punjab.

Which of the following novels by Amrita Pritam explores the theme of caste and its impact on the lives of individuals in Punjab?

  1. Pinjar

  2. Kagaz Te Canvas

  3. Ek Kadam Age

  4. Sunehre Til


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amrita Pritam's novel "Pinjar" explores the life of a young woman named Puro and her struggles against caste discrimination and societal expectations in Punjab during the partition of India.

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