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Indian Literary Theories: A Quiz to Challenge Your Assumptions

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Which ancient Indian text is considered the foundation of Indian literary theory?

  1. Rigveda

  2. Natya Shastra

  3. Ramayana

  4. Mahabharata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Natya Shastra, written by Bharata Muni, is an ancient Indian treatise on dramaturgy and performance arts. It is considered the foundation of Indian literary theory and discusses various aspects of drama, including plot, characterization, and演出.

According to the Natya Shastra, what are the four main types of drama?

  1. Tragedy, Comedy, Farce, and Satire

  2. Epic, Lyric, Dramatic, and Didactic

  3. Narrative, Descriptive, Expository, and Argumentative

  4. Historical, Biographical, Philosophical, and Scientific


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Natya Shastra categorizes drama into four main types: Nataka (tragedy), Prahasana (comedy), Bhana (farce), and Vyayoga (satire).

What is the concept of Rasa in Indian literary theory?

  1. The evocation of emotions in the audience

  2. The use of figurative language

  3. The structure of a literary work

  4. The theme of a literary work


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rasa is a central concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the evocation of emotions in the audience through the use of various literary techniques.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized Rasa in Indian literary theory?

  1. Shringara (love)

  2. Hasya (laughter)

  3. Raudra (anger)

  4. Adbhuta (wonder)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Adbhuta is not a recognized Rasa in Indian literary theory. The nine recognized Rasas are Shringara (love), Hasya (laughter), Raudra (anger), Karuna (pathos), Vira (heroism), Bhayanaka (terror), Bibhatsa (disgust), Adbhuta (wonder), and Shanta (peace).

What is the concept of Dhvani in Indian literary theory?

  1. The use of figurative language

  2. The suggestion or implication of meaning

  3. The structure of a literary work

  4. The theme of a literary work


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dhvani is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the suggestion or implication of meaning beyond the literal meaning of words.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of Dhvani in Indian literary theory?

  1. Vakrokti (indirect expression)

  2. Rasa Dhvani (evocation of emotions)

  3. Alamkara Dhvani (use of figurative language)

  4. Vastu Dhvani (implied meaning)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alamkara Dhvani is not a recognized type of Dhvani in Indian literary theory. The three recognized types of Dhvani are Vakrokti Dhvani (indirect expression), Rasa Dhvani (evocation of emotions), and Vastu Dhvani (implied meaning).

What is the concept of Alankara in Indian literary theory?

  1. The use of figurative language

  2. The structure of a literary work

  3. The theme of a literary work

  4. The evocation of emotions in the audience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alankara is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the use of figurative language, such as metaphors, similes, and personification, to enhance the beauty and expressiveness of a literary work.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of Alankara in Indian literary theory?

  1. Upamana (simile)

  2. Rupaka (metaphor)

  3. Utsava (irony)

  4. Vyatireka (antithesis)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Utsava is not a recognized type of Alankara in Indian literary theory. The four recognized types of Alankara are Upamana (simile), Rupaka (metaphor), Vyatireka (antithesis), and Samasa (compound).

What is the concept of Riti in Indian literary theory?

  1. The style or manner of expression

  2. The structure of a literary work

  3. The theme of a literary work

  4. The evocation of emotions in the audience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Riti is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the style or manner of expression, including the use of language, imagery, and rhythm.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of Riti in Indian literary theory?

  1. Vaidarbhi (simple and elegant)

  2. Gaudi (ornate and elaborate)

  3. Panchali (mixed)

  4. Lata (rustic)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Panchali is not a recognized type of Riti in Indian literary theory. The three recognized types of Riti are Vaidarbhi (simple and elegant), Gaudi (ornate and elaborate), and Lata (rustic).

What is the concept of Vritti in Indian literary theory?

  1. The mode of expression

  2. The structure of a literary work

  3. The theme of a literary work

  4. The evocation of emotions in the audience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vritti is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the mode of expression, including the use of language, style, and tone.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized type of Vritti in Indian literary theory?

  1. Narmada (simple and straightforward)

  2. Madhya (middle)

  3. Uttama (elevated)

  4. Adhama (low)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Madhya is not a recognized type of Vritti in Indian literary theory. The three recognized types of Vritti are Narmada (simple and straightforward), Uttama (elevated), and Adhama (low).

What is the concept of Guna in Indian literary theory?

  1. The qualities of a literary work

  2. The structure of a literary work

  3. The theme of a literary work

  4. The evocation of emotions in the audience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Guna is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the qualities of a literary work, such as clarity, coherence, and beauty.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized Guna in Indian literary theory?

  1. Madhurya (sweetness)

  2. Ojas (vigor)

  3. Prasada (clarity)

  4. Arthavyakti (depth of meaning)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arthavyakti is not a recognized Guna in Indian literary theory. The three recognized Gunas are Madhurya (sweetness), Ojas (vigor), and Prasada (clarity).

What is the concept of Dosha in Indian literary theory?

  1. The faults of a literary work

  2. The structure of a literary work

  3. The theme of a literary work

  4. The evocation of emotions in the audience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dosha is a key concept in Indian literary theory and refers to the faults of a literary work, such as obscurity, incoherence, and vulgarity.

Which of the following is NOT a recognized Dosha in Indian literary theory?

  1. Aprasiddha (unfamiliarity)

  2. Agrāmya (rusticity)

  3. Arthahīnatā (lack of meaning)

  4. Śleṣa (ambiguity)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Śleṣa is not a recognized Dosha in Indian literary theory. The three recognized Dosas are Aprasiddha (unfamiliarity), Agrāmya (rusticity), and Arthahīnatā (lack of meaning).

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