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Multiculturalism in Indian Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature

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Which Indian author is known for their science fiction and fantasy novels that explore themes of multiculturalism and diversity?

  1. Amitav Ghosh

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Salman Rushdie

  4. Vikram Chandra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh is an Indian author whose works often explore themes of multiculturalism and diversity. His novel "The Calcutta Chromosome" is a science fiction story that examines the impact of globalization on Indian society.

In which Indian science fiction novel does the protagonist travel to a parallel universe where India is a dominant global power?

  1. The Immortals of Meluha

  2. The Palace of Illusions

  3. The God of Small Things

  4. 2001: A Space Odyssey


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Immortals of Meluha is a science fiction novel by Amish Tripathi that tells the story of a young man who travels to a parallel universe where India is a dominant global power.

Which Indian fantasy novel features a protagonist who is a shape-shifting tiger?

  1. The White Tiger

  2. The Jungle Book

  3. Life of Pi

  4. The God of Small Things


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Jungle Book is a fantasy novel by Rudyard Kipling that features a protagonist named Mowgli, a young boy who is raised by wolves and can communicate with animals. Mowgli's ability to shape-shift into a tiger is one of the novel's most iconic elements.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of scientists create a machine that can travel through time?

  1. The Time Machine

  2. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

  3. 2001: A Space Odyssey

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Calcutta Chromosome is a science fiction novel by Amitav Ghosh that features a group of scientists who create a machine that can travel through time. The novel explores the impact of this technology on Indian society.

Which Indian fantasy novel tells the story of a young woman who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu?

  1. The Palace of Illusions

  2. The God of Small Things

  3. The White Tiger

  4. The Immortals of Meluha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Palace of Illusions is a fantasy novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni that tells the story of a young woman named Panchaali who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu. The novel explores the challenges and sacrifices that Panchaali must face in order to fulfill her destiny.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of aliens visit Earth and attempt to take over the planet?

  1. The War of the Worlds

  2. The Day the Earth Stood Still

  3. 2001: A Space Odyssey

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The War of the Worlds is a science fiction novel by H.G. Wells that tells the story of an alien invasion of Earth. The novel has been adapted into several films and television shows.

Which Indian fantasy novel features a protagonist who is a talking crow?

  1. The Jungle Book

  2. The Panchatantra

  3. The Ramayana

  4. The Mahabharata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Panchatantra is a collection of fables that features a protagonist named Karataka, a talking crow. The fables teach moral lessons about life and society.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of scientists create a virtual reality world that becomes more real than the real world?

  1. The Matrix

  2. Inception

  3. The Truman Show

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Matrix is a science fiction film that tells the story of a group of scientists who create a virtual reality world that becomes more real than the real world. The film explores the nature of reality and the relationship between humans and machines.

Which Indian fantasy novel tells the story of a young man who is chosen to be the next king of a magical kingdom?

  1. The Lord of the Rings

  2. The Chronicles of Narnia

  3. The Harry Potter series

  4. The Immortals of Meluha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Immortals of Meluha is a fantasy novel by Amish Tripathi that tells the story of a young man named Shiva who is chosen to be the next king of a magical kingdom. The novel explores the challenges and sacrifices that Shiva must face in order to fulfill his destiny.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of scientists create a machine that can read people's minds?

  1. The Mind Reader

  2. The Telepathy Machine

  3. The Thought Machine

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mind Reader is a science fiction novel by Amitav Ghosh that features a group of scientists who create a machine that can read people's minds. The novel explores the ethical implications of this technology and the impact it has on society.

Which Indian fantasy novel tells the story of a young woman who is kidnapped by a demon and taken to the underworld?

  1. The Ramayana

  2. The Mahabharata

  3. The Panchatantra

  4. The Palace of Illusions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Palace of Illusions is a fantasy novel by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni that tells the story of a young woman named Panchaali who is kidnapped by a demon and taken to the underworld. The novel explores the challenges and sacrifices that Panchaali must face in order to escape from the underworld and return to her home.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of scientists create a machine that can travel to other dimensions?

  1. The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

  2. The Time Machine

  3. 2001: A Space Odyssey

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is a science fiction novel by Douglas Adams that features a group of scientists who create a machine that can travel to other dimensions. The novel explores the vastness of the universe and the challenges of interstellar travel.

Which Indian fantasy novel tells the story of a young man who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu?

  1. The Ramayana

  2. The Mahabharata

  3. The Panchatantra

  4. The Palace of Illusions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ramayana is an epic fantasy poem that tells the story of a young man named Rama who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu. The poem explores the challenges and sacrifices that Rama must face in order to fulfill his destiny.

In which Indian science fiction novel does a group of scientists create a machine that can control the weather?

  1. The Weather Machine

  2. The Climate Control Machine

  3. The Weathermaker

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Weather Machine is a science fiction novel by Amitav Ghosh that features a group of scientists who create a machine that can control the weather. The novel explores the ethical implications of this technology and the impact it has on society.

Which Indian fantasy novel tells the story of a young woman who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu?

  1. The Ramayana

  2. The Mahabharata

  3. The Panchatantra

  4. The Palace of Illusions


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mahabharata is an epic fantasy poem that tells the story of a young woman named Draupadi who is chosen to be the next avatar of Vishnu. The poem explores the challenges and sacrifices that Draupadi must face in order to fulfill her destiny.

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