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Indian Literature and Poetry: A Journey Through Time

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Which of the following is considered the first major work of Indian literature?

  1. The Ramayana

  2. The Mahabharata

  3. The Vedas

  4. The Upanishads


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Vedas are a collection of hymns and sacred texts that form the foundation of Hinduism. They are considered to be the oldest scriptures in the world, dating back to 1500-1000 BCE.

Who is widely regarded as the greatest poet of ancient India?

  1. Kalidasa

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Mirza Ghalib

  4. Harivamsha Rai Bachchan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalidasa is considered one of the greatest poets and dramatists in Sanskrit literature. He is known for his works such as 'Shakuntala' and 'Meghaduta'.

Which of the following is a famous epic poem written by Tulsidas in the 16th century?

  1. The Ramayana

  2. The Mahabharata

  3. The Bhagavad Gita

  4. The Upanishads


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tulsidas's 'The Ramayana' is a retelling of the ancient epic, focusing on the life and adventures of Lord Rama. It is considered a masterpiece of Awadhi literature.

Who is known as the 'Father of Modern Hindi Poetry'?

  1. Harivamsha Rai Bachchan

  2. Sumitranandan Pant

  3. Jai Shankar Prasad

  4. Mahadevi Verma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harivamsha Rai Bachchan is widely regarded as the 'Father of Modern Hindi Poetry' for his significant contributions to the development of modern Hindi literature.

Which of the following is a famous collection of poems by Rabindranath Tagore?

  1. Gitanjali

  2. Geetanjali

  3. Sonar Tari

  4. Balaka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rabindranath Tagore's 'Gitanjali' is a collection of poems that won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. It is known for its spiritual and lyrical qualities.

Who is considered the 'Nightingale of India' for her contributions to Urdu poetry?

  1. Sarojini Naidu

  2. Amrita Pritam

  3. Mahadevi Verma

  4. Mirza Ghalib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarojini Naidu is known as the 'Nightingale of India' for her beautiful and evocative poetry in English and Urdu. She was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement.

Which of the following is a famous work of modern Indian literature written by Mulk Raj Anand?

  1. Coolie

  2. Untouchable

  3. Godan

  4. Train to Pakistan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mulk Raj Anand's 'Untouchable' is a powerful novel that explores the life of an untouchable in pre-independent India. It is considered a classic of Indian literature.

Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Literature' for his contributions to Bengali literature?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

  3. Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay

  4. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee is often referred to as the 'Father of Indian Literature' for his pioneering work in Bengali literature. He is known for novels such as 'Durgeshnandini' and 'Anandamath'.

Which of the following is a famous collection of poems by Amrita Pritam?

  1. Sunhare Tike

  2. Kagaz Te Canvas

  3. Lok Parlok

  4. Ek Akela


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amrita Pritam's 'Sunhare Tike' is a collection of poems that explores themes of love, loss, and resilience. It is considered a significant work in Punjabi literature.

Who is known as the 'Poet of the Revolution' for his powerful and inspiring poetry?

  1. Subramania Bharati

  2. Harivamsha Rai Bachchan

  3. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar

  4. Mahadevi Verma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subramania Bharati is known as the 'Poet of the Revolution' for his stirring poetry that played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Premchand that explores the social and economic conditions of rural India?

  1. Gaban

  2. Godan

  3. Sevasadan

  4. Rangbhoomi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Premchand's 'Godan' is a powerful novel that depicts the struggles of a poor peasant family in rural India. It is considered a classic of Hindi literature.

Who is known as the 'Father of Kannada Literature' for his contributions to the development of Kannada language and literature?

  1. Pampa

  2. Ranna

  3. Basavanna

  4. Akka Mahadevi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pampa is considered the 'Father of Kannada Literature' for his significant contributions to the development of Kannada language and literature. He is known for his epic poem 'Vikramarjuna Vijaya'.

Which of the following is a famous collection of poems by Mirza Ghalib?

  1. Diwan-e-Ghalib

  2. Zikr-e-Ghalib

  3. Rang-e-Ghalib

  4. Nawa-e-Ghalib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mirza Ghalib's 'Diwan-e-Ghalib' is a collection of his Urdu poetry, considered a masterpiece of Urdu literature. It is known for its depth, wit, and philosophical insights.

Who is known as the 'Father of Malayalam Literature' for his contributions to the development of Malayalam language and literature?

  1. Thunchaththu Ezhuthachan

  2. Cherusseri Namboothiri

  3. Ezhuthachan

  4. Kunchan Nambiar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thunchaththu Ezhuthachan is regarded as the 'Father of Malayalam Literature' for his pioneering work in developing the Malayalam language and literature. He is known for his epic poem 'Adhyatma Ramayana'.

Which of the following is a famous novel by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay that explores the theme of forbidden love?

  1. Devdas

  2. Parineeta

  3. Srikanta

  4. Charitraheen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's 'Devdas' is a tragic love story that explores the theme of forbidden love. It is considered a classic of Bengali literature.

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