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The Marginalization of Caste in Indian Literature

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Which of the following is not a major theme in Indian literature that deals with the marginalization of caste?

  1. The struggle for social justice

  2. The plight of the untouchables

  3. The conflict between tradition and modernity

  4. The role of women in society


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of women in society is not a major theme in Indian literature that deals with the marginalization of caste. The other three options are all major themes in this body of literature.

Which of the following is a prominent literary movement in India that has addressed the issue of caste marginalization?

  1. The Dalit Movement

  2. The Progressive Writers' Movement

  3. The Modernist Movement

  4. The Romantic Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dalit Movement is a prominent literary movement in India that has addressed the issue of caste marginalization. The other three options are not literary movements that have specifically focused on this issue.

Which of the following is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. R.K. Narayan

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Omprakash Valmiki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Omprakash Valmiki is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination. The other three options are not Dalit writers.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Mulk Raj Anand that deals with the theme of caste marginalization?

  1. Untouchable

  2. Coolie

  3. The Village

  4. The Sword and the Sickle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Untouchable is a famous novel by Mulk Raj Anand that deals with the theme of caste marginalization. The other three options are not novels by Mulk Raj Anand.

Which of the following is a prominent theme in R.K. Narayan's novel "The Guide"?

  1. The conflict between tradition and modernity

  2. The struggle for social justice

  3. The plight of the untouchables

  4. The role of women in society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The conflict between tradition and modernity is a prominent theme in R.K. Narayan's novel "The Guide". The other three options are not major themes in this novel.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Arundhati Roy that addresses the issue of caste marginalization?

  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:

The God of Small Things is a famous novel by Arundhati Roy that addresses the issue of caste marginalization. The other three options are not novels by Arundhati Roy.

Which of the following is a major theme in the works of the Progressive Writers' Movement?

  1. The struggle for social justice

  2. The plight of the untouchables

  3. The conflict between tradition and modernity

  4. The role of women in society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The struggle for social justice is a major theme in the works of the Progressive Writers' Movement. The other three options are not major themes in this body of literature.

Which of the following is a prominent literary movement in India that has focused on the experiences of marginalized communities, including Dalits?

  1. The Dalit Movement

  2. The Progressive Writers' Movement

  3. The Modernist Movement

  4. The Romantic Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dalit Movement is a prominent literary movement in India that has focused on the experiences of marginalized communities, including Dalits. The other three options are not literary movements that have specifically focused on this issue.

Which of the following is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. R.K. Narayan

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Omprakash Valmiki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Omprakash Valmiki is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination. The other three options are not Dalit writers.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Mulk Raj Anand that deals with the theme of caste marginalization?

  1. Untouchable

  2. Coolie

  3. The Village

  4. The Sword and the Sickle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Untouchable is a famous novel by Mulk Raj Anand that deals with the theme of caste marginalization. The other three options are not novels by Mulk Raj Anand.

Which of the following is a prominent theme in R.K. Narayan's novel "The Guide"?

  1. The conflict between tradition and modernity

  2. The struggle for social justice

  3. The plight of the untouchables

  4. The role of women in society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The conflict between tradition and modernity is a prominent theme in R.K. Narayan's novel "The Guide". The other three options are not major themes in this novel.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Arundhati Roy that addresses the issue of caste marginalization?

  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:

The God of Small Things is a famous novel by Arundhati Roy that addresses the issue of caste marginalization. The other three options are not novels by Arundhati Roy.

Which of the following is a major theme in the works of the Progressive Writers' Movement?

  1. The struggle for social justice

  2. The plight of the untouchables

  3. The conflict between tradition and modernity

  4. The role of women in society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The struggle for social justice is a major theme in the works of the Progressive Writers' Movement. The other three options are not major themes in this body of literature.

Which of the following is a prominent literary movement in India that has focused on the experiences of marginalized communities, including Dalits?

  1. The Dalit Movement

  2. The Progressive Writers' Movement

  3. The Modernist Movement

  4. The Romantic Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dalit Movement is a prominent literary movement in India that has focused on the experiences of marginalized communities, including Dalits. The other three options are not literary movements that have specifically focused on this issue.

Which of the following is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination?

  1. Mulk Raj Anand

  2. R.K. Narayan

  3. Arundhati Roy

  4. Omprakash Valmiki


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Omprakash Valmiki is a well-known Dalit writer whose works have explored the experiences of caste discrimination. The other three options are not Dalit writers.

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