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Indian Diaspora Literature: The Role of Technology in Indian Diaspora Literature

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Which Indian diaspora writer is known for using technology to explore themes of identity and displacement?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Bharati Mukherjee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jhumpa Lahiri is known for her exploration of themes of identity and displacement in her works, often using technology as a means to connect with her Indian heritage and explore the complexities of the diaspora experience.

In which of Amitav Ghosh's novels does the protagonist use technology to navigate the challenges of living in a foreign country?

  1. The Glass Palace

  2. The Hungry Tide

  3. Sea of Poppies

  4. The Calcutta Chromosome


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Amitav Ghosh's novel 'The Hungry Tide,' the protagonist, Piya, uses technology to navigate the challenges of living in a foreign country, including language barriers and cultural differences.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work often explores the impact of technology on traditional Indian culture and values?

  1. Vikram Chandra

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Salman Rushdie

  4. Anita Desai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikram Chandra's work often explores the impact of technology on traditional Indian culture and values, examining the tensions between modernity and tradition in the context of the Indian diaspora.

In Bharati Mukherjee's novel 'Jasmine,' how does the protagonist use technology to connect with her past?

  1. She uses social media to find old friends and family.

  2. She watches Indian movies and listens to Indian music.

  3. She reads Indian literature and poetry.

  4. She cooks traditional Indian dishes.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Bharati Mukherjee's novel 'Jasmine,' the protagonist uses technology to connect with her past by watching Indian movies and listening to Indian music, which evoke memories of her childhood and her life in India.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work explores the role of technology in shaping the identities of second-generation immigrants?

  1. Mira Jacob

  2. Rishi Reddi

  3. Sujata Massey

  4. Rabih Alameddine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mira Jacob's work explores the role of technology in shaping the identities of second-generation immigrants, examining how digital spaces and online communities can influence their sense of belonging and connection to their heritage.

In which of Salman Rushdie's novels does the protagonist use technology to communicate with a mysterious entity?

  1. Midnight's Children

  2. Shame

  3. The Satanic Verses

  4. Haroun and the Sea of Stories


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Salman Rushdie's novel 'Haroun and the Sea of Stories,' the protagonist, Haroun, uses technology to communicate with a mysterious entity known as the Ocean of the Streams of Story, which helps him on his quest to save his father.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work examines the impact of technology on the traditional storytelling traditions of India?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. Shashi Tharoor

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's work examines the impact of technology on the traditional storytelling traditions of India, exploring how digital media and globalization are changing the way stories are told and consumed.

In which of Vikram Seth's novels does the protagonist use technology to connect with his family and friends back home?

  1. A Suitable Boy

  2. An Equal Music

  3. The Golden Gate

  4. Two Lives


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Vikram Seth's novel 'The Golden Gate,' the protagonist, John, uses technology to connect with his family and friends back home in India, including through email and instant messaging.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work explores the role of technology in facilitating transnational connections and communities?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Bharati Mukherjee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jhumpa Lahiri's work explores the role of technology in facilitating transnational connections and communities, examining how digital spaces and online platforms can bridge distances and create new forms of belonging for diaspora communities.

In which of Anita Desai's novels does the protagonist use technology to navigate the challenges of living in a foreign country?

  1. Clear Light of Day

  2. Baumgartner's Bombay

  3. In Custody

  4. The Village by the Sea


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In Anita Desai's novel 'Baumgartner's Bombay,' the protagonist, Ila, uses technology to navigate the challenges of living in a foreign country, including language barriers and cultural differences.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work explores the ethical implications of using technology to tell stories about marginalized communities?

  1. Mira Jacob

  2. Rishi Reddi

  3. Sujata Massey

  4. Rabih Alameddine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mira Jacob's work explores the ethical implications of using technology to tell stories about marginalized communities, examining the power dynamics and potential for harm when dominant narratives are amplified through digital platforms.

In which of Salman Rushdie's novels does the protagonist use technology to create a virtual world?

  1. Midnight's Children

  2. Shame

  3. The Satanic Verses

  4. Haroun and the Sea of Stories


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In Salman Rushdie's novel 'The Satanic Verses,' the protagonist, Saladin Chamcha, uses technology to create a virtual world called 'The World of the Eye,' which allows him to explore alternative realities.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work examines the impact of technology on the traditional art forms of India?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. Shashi Tharoor

  4. Vikram Seth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's work examines the impact of technology on the traditional art forms of India, exploring how digital media and globalization are changing the way art is created, consumed, and preserved.

In which of Vikram Seth's novels does the protagonist use technology to document his travels and experiences?

  1. A Suitable Boy

  2. An Equal Music

  3. The Golden Gate

  4. Two Lives


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Vikram Seth's novel 'Two Lives,' the protagonist, Vikram, uses technology to document his travels and experiences, including through photography and videography.

Which Indian diaspora writer's work explores the role of technology in shaping the political and social landscape of the Indian diaspora?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Vikram Seth

  4. Bharati Mukherjee


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amitav Ghosh's work explores the role of technology in shaping the political and social landscape of the Indian diaspora, examining how digital media and globalization are influencing the ways in which diaspora communities engage with their home countries and with each other.

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