Indian Literature and the Diaspora
Description: This quiz focuses on the concept of Indian Literature and the Diaspora, exploring the literary works and themes that revolve around the experiences and identities of Indian people living outside of India. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: indian literature diaspora multiculturalism identity |
Which Indian author is known for his novel "The God of Small Things" that explores the lives of two fraternal twins in Kerala, India?
In Salman Rushdie's novel "Midnight's Children", what is the significance of the midnight hour of August 15, 1947?
Which Indian-born British writer is known for his novel "The Inheritance of Loss" that explores the themes of identity, displacement, and loss?
In Jhumpa Lahiri's short story collection "Interpreter of Maladies", what is the significance of the title story?
Which Indian-American author's novel "The Namesake" explores the themes of identity, tradition, and the immigrant experience?
In Amitav Ghosh's novel "The Glass Palace", what is the central theme that connects the lives of the characters?
Which Indian-born Canadian writer is known for his novel "Family Matters" that delves into the complexities of family relationships and cultural identity?
In Vikram Seth's novel "A Suitable Boy", what is the significance of the character of Lata?
Which Indian-born British writer is known for his novel "The White Tiger" that explores the themes of poverty, corruption, and social inequality in India?
In Salman Rushdie's novel "Shame", what is the significance of the character of Omar Khayyam?
Which Indian-born American writer is known for her novel "The Lowland" that explores the themes of love, loss, and political turmoil in India?
In Amitav Ghosh's novel "The Hungry Tide", what is the central conflict that drives the narrative?
Which Indian-born British writer is known for his novel "The Enchantress of Florence" that blends historical fiction with elements of fantasy and magic?
In Vikram Seth's novel "An Equal Music", what is the significance of the character of Michael Holme?
Which Indian-American writer is known for his novel "The Namesake" that explores the themes of identity, tradition, and the immigrant experience?