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The Legends of Indian Short Stories

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Who is widely regarded as the father of the modern Indian short story?

  1. Rabindranath Tagore

  2. Premchand

  3. Munshi Premchand

  4. Saadat Hasan Manto


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Premchand, also known as Munshi Premchand, is considered the father of the modern Indian short story. He wrote over 300 short stories, exploring social and political issues of his time.

Which of the following is NOT a famous short story by Rabindranath Tagore?

  1. The Postmaster

  2. Kabuliwala

  3. The Gift

  4. The Guide


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Guide is a novel by R. K. Narayan, not a short story by Rabindranath Tagore.

Saadat Hasan Manto's short stories are known for their:

  1. Lyrical prose and vivid imagery

  2. Dark and unsettling themes

  3. Humorous and lighthearted tone

  4. Complex and intricate plots


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Saadat Hasan Manto's short stories often dealt with dark and unsettling themes, exploring the human condition in extreme situations.

Which of the following is a famous short story by Ruskin Bond?

  1. The Room on the Roof

  2. The Blue Umbrella

  3. The Night Train at Deoli

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ruskin Bond has written several famous short stories, including 'The Room on the Roof', 'The Blue Umbrella', and 'The Night Train at Deoli'.

Which of the following authors is known for their short stories set in the rural areas of India?

  1. Anita Desai

  2. Raja Rao

  3. R. K. Narayan

  4. Mahasweta Devi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahasweta Devi's short stories often focused on the lives of marginalized communities in rural India, highlighting social and economic inequalities.

Which of the following is a famous short story by R. K. Narayan?

  1. The Guide

  2. Malgudi Days

  3. The English Teacher

  4. The Financial Expert


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Malgudi Days is a collection of short stories by R. K. Narayan, set in the fictional town of Malgudi.

Which of the following authors is known for their short stories exploring the lives of women in India?

  1. Ismat Chugtai

  2. Qurratulain Hyder

  3. Kamala Markandaya

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ismat Chugtai, Qurratulain Hyder, and Kamala Markandaya are all known for their short stories that explore the lives and experiences of women in India.

Which of the following is a famous short story by Munshi Premchand?

  1. Godan

  2. Sevasadan

  3. Nirmala

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Munshi Premchand wrote several famous short stories, including 'Godan', 'Sevasadan', and 'Nirmala'.

Which of the following authors is known for their short stories set in the Partition of India?

  1. Saadat Hasan Manto

  2. Krishan Chander

  3. Rajinder Singh Bedi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Saadat Hasan Manto, Krishan Chander, and Rajinder Singh Bedi all wrote short stories that explored the human toll of the Partition of India.

Which of the following is a famous short story by Anita Desai?

  1. Clear Light of Day

  2. In Custody

  3. Fire on the Mountain

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Anita Desai has written several famous short stories, including 'Clear Light of Day', 'In Custody', and 'Fire on the Mountain'.

Which of the following authors is known for their short stories exploring the lives of the working class in India?

  1. Premchand

  2. Krishan Chander

  3. Nirmal Verma

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Premchand, Krishan Chander, and Nirmal Verma all wrote short stories that explored the lives and struggles of the working class in India.

Which of the following is a famous short story by Raja Rao?

  1. Kanthapura

  2. The Serpent and the Rope

  3. The Cat and Shakespeare

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raja Rao's short story 'Kanthapura' is a powerful portrayal of the Indian independence movement from the perspective of a small village.

Which of the following authors is known for their short stories set in the urban landscapes of India?

  1. Anita Desai

  2. Kamala Markandaya

  3. Nayantara Sahgal

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Anita Desai, Kamala Markandaya, and Nayantara Sahgal all wrote short stories that explored the lives and experiences of people living in urban India.

Which of the following is a famous short story by Qurratulain Hyder?

  1. Aag Ka Darya

  2. River of Fire

  3. My Temples, Too

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Qurratulain Hyder's short story 'Aag Ka Darya' (River of Fire) is a historical epic that spans centuries and explores the cultural and political history of India.

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