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Literary Intersections: A Quiz on Indian Literature's Cosmopolitan Crossings

Description: Welcome to 'Literary Intersections: A Quiz on Indian Literature's Cosmopolitan Crossings'! This quiz delves into the fascinating world of Indian literature and its cosmopolitan connections. Test your knowledge of literary works that have transcended borders, languages, and cultures, leaving an indelible mark on the global literary landscape.
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Which Indian author's novel 'Midnight's Children' won the prestigious Booker Prize in 1981?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Salman Rushdie

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Anita Desai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Salman Rushdie's 'Midnight's Children' won the Booker Prize in 1981, establishing him as a prominent voice in postcolonial literature.

In her novel 'The God of Small Things', Arundhati Roy explores the lives of fraternal twins in which state of India?

  1. Kerala

  2. West Bengal

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's 'The God of Small Things' is set in the state of Kerala, capturing the unique cultural and social dynamics of the region.

Which Indian author's novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' delves into the complexities of displacement and identity in post-Partition India?

  1. Amitav Ghosh

  2. Kiran Desai

  3. Jhumpa Lahiri

  4. Vikram Chandra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kiran Desai's 'The Inheritance of Loss' explores the themes of displacement, identity, and the lingering effects of the Partition of India.

The novel 'Train to Pakistan' by Khushwant Singh is set against the backdrop of which historical event?

  1. Indian Independence

  2. Partition of India

  3. World War II

  4. Indian Mutiny of 1857


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Khushwant Singh's 'Train to Pakistan' captures the turmoil and human cost of the Partition of India in 1947.

Which Indian author's novel 'The White Tiger' offers a scathing critique of social inequality and class struggles in contemporary India?

  1. Aravind Adiga

  2. Vikram Chandra

  3. Amitav Ghosh

  4. Jhumpa Lahiri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aravind Adiga's 'The White Tiger' provides a powerful indictment of social inequality and class struggles in modern India.

In her novel 'Interpreter of Maladies', Jhumpa Lahiri explores the lives of Indian immigrants in which country?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Canada

  4. Australia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jhumpa Lahiri's 'Interpreter of Maladies' delves into the experiences of Indian immigrants navigating their lives in the United States.

Which Indian author's novel 'The Great Indian Novel' is a satirical take on Indian history and politics?

  1. Shashi Tharoor

  2. Vikram Seth

  3. Amitav Ghosh

  4. Arundhati Roy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shashi Tharoor's 'The Great Indian Novel' is a witty and satirical exploration of Indian history and politics.

In his novel 'The Glass Palace', Amitav Ghosh weaves a tale of love, loss, and historical events spanning which countries?

  1. India and Burma

  2. India and Sri Lanka

  3. India and Pakistan

  4. India and Bangladesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's 'The Glass Palace' follows the intertwined lives of characters against the backdrop of historical events in India and Burma.

Which Indian author's novel 'The Hungry Tide' explores the complex relationship between humans and nature in the Sundarbans?

  1. Amitav Ghosh

  2. Jhumpa Lahiri

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Arundhati Roy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's 'The Hungry Tide' delves into the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world in the Sundarbans region.

In her novel 'The Namesake', Jhumpa Lahiri examines the challenges of identity and assimilation faced by Indian immigrants in which country?

  1. United States

  2. United Kingdom

  3. Canada

  4. Australia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jhumpa Lahiri's 'The Namesake' explores the struggles of Indian immigrants trying to balance their cultural heritage with their new lives in the United States.

Which Indian author's novel 'A Fine Balance' is set during the Emergency period in India?

  1. Rohinton Mistry

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rohinton Mistry's 'A Fine Balance' is a poignant tale set during the Emergency period in India, highlighting the impact of political oppression on ordinary lives.

In his novel 'The Shadow Lines', Amitav Ghosh explores the themes of displacement and identity against the backdrop of which historical event?

  1. Partition of India

  2. World War II

  3. Indian Independence

  4. Bangladesh Liberation War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's 'The Shadow Lines' examines the Partition of India and its lasting effects on individuals and families.

Which Indian author's novel 'The God of Small Things' won the Booker Prize in 1997?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Salman Rushdie

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Anita Desai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's 'The God of Small Things' won the Booker Prize in 1997, gaining international acclaim for its poignant portrayal of family and loss.

In his novel 'The Inheritance of Loss', Kiran Desai weaves a tale of displacement and identity set in which country?

  1. India

  2. United States

  3. United Kingdom

  4. Canada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kiran Desai's 'The Inheritance of Loss' is set in India, exploring the complexities of displacement and identity in the post-Partition era.

Which Indian author's novel 'The White Tiger' won the Man Booker Prize in 2008?

  1. Aravind Adiga

  2. Vikram Chandra

  3. Amitav Ghosh

  4. Jhumpa Lahiri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aravind Adiga's 'The White Tiger' won the Man Booker Prize in 2008, capturing the attention of readers worldwide with its powerful depiction of social inequality in India.

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