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Literary Gems: Exploring Translated Indian Literature

Description: Embark on a literary journey through translated Indian literature, exploring diverse perspectives and voices from across the subcontinent.
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Which renowned Indian author's novel, originally written in Bengali, was translated into English as "The Hungry Tide"?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's "The Hungry Tide" is a poignant exploration of the intricate relationship between humans and nature, set against the backdrop of the Sundarbans.

In the novel "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy, what is the name of the river that plays a significant role in the story?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Narmada

  4. Meenachil


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Meenachil River is a central element in "The God of Small Things," symbolizing both the beauty and the destructive power of nature.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Malayalam, was translated into English as "The Great Indian Novel"?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. R.K. Narayan

  3. Raja Rao

  4. Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai's "The Great Indian Novel" is an epic tale spanning generations, exploring the social and political transformations of India.

In the novel "Midnight's Children" by Salman Rushdie, what is the significance of the midnight hour on August 15, 1947?

  1. The birth of independent India

  2. The assassination of Mahatma Gandhi

  3. The partition of India and Pakistan

  4. The declaration of martial law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Midnight on August 15, 1947, marks the birth of independent India, a pivotal moment in the nation's history.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Tamil, was translated into English as "The Glass Palace"?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Vikram Chandra

  3. Anita Desai

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raja Rao's "The Glass Palace" is a sweeping historical novel that delves into the lives of multiple generations, set against the backdrop of India's struggle for independence.

In the novel "A Fine Balance" by Rohinton Mistry, what is the name of the Parsi family that faces numerous challenges during the Emergency in India?

  1. The Mistrys

  2. The Sethnas

  3. The Dubashes

  4. The Tatas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mistrys are the central characters in "A Fine Balance," enduring hardships and personal struggles amidst the political turmoil of the Emergency.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Kannada, was translated into English as "The Fireflies"?

  1. U.R. Ananthamurthy

  2. Girish Karnad

  3. K.V. Puttappa

  4. S.L. Bhyrappa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

S.L. Bhyrappa's "The Fireflies" is a thought-provoking novel that explores the conflict between traditional values and modern influences in Indian society.

In the novel "The Inheritance of Loss" by Kiran Desai, what is the name of the Indian village where the protagonist, Sai, grows up?

  1. Garmukteshwar

  2. Rampur

  3. Darjeeling

  4. Shimla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sai, the protagonist of "The Inheritance of Loss," grows up in the village of Garmukteshwar, a microcosm of the social and political complexities of India.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Hindi, was translated into English as "The White Tiger"?

  1. Aravind Adiga

  2. Vikram Seth

  3. Chetan Bhagat

  4. Anita Desai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aravind Adiga's "The White Tiger" is a powerful satire that exposes the stark realities of social inequality and class struggle in modern India.

In the novel "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri, what is the name of the Indian-American protagonist who struggles with cultural identity?

  1. Mr. Kapasi

  2. Mrs. Das

  3. Shoba

  4. Ashoke


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mr. Kapasi, the protagonist of "Interpreter of Maladies," grapples with his dual cultural identity as an Indian immigrant living in the United States.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Telugu, was translated into English as "The Hungry Tide"?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's "The Hungry Tide" is a poignant exploration of the intricate relationship between humans and nature, set against the backdrop of the Sundarbans.

In the novel "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy, what is the name of the river that plays a significant role in the story?

  1. Ganges

  2. Yamuna

  3. Narmada

  4. Meenachil


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Meenachil River is a central element in "The God of Small Things," symbolizing both the beauty and the destructive power of nature.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Malayalam, was translated into English as "The Great Indian Novel"?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. R.K. Narayan

  3. Raja Rao

  4. Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai's "The Great Indian Novel" is an epic tale spanning generations, exploring the social and political transformations of India.

In the novel "Midnight's Children" by Salman Rushdie, what is the significance of the midnight hour on August 15, 1947?

  1. The birth of independent India

  2. The assassination of Mahatma Gandhi

  3. The partition of India and Pakistan

  4. The declaration of martial law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Midnight on August 15, 1947, marks the birth of independent India, a pivotal moment in the nation's history.

Which Indian author's novel, originally written in Tamil, was translated into English as "The Glass Palace"?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Vikram Chandra

  3. Anita Desai

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raja Rao's "The Glass Palace" is a sweeping historical novel that delves into the lives of multiple generations, set against the backdrop of India's struggle for independence.

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