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The Role of Indo-Persian Literature in Promoting Cultural Understanding

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What is the primary language of Indo-Persian literature?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Persian

  3. Arabic

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indo-Persian literature is a body of literary works written in the Persian language in the Indian subcontinent.

Which of the following is a prominent genre in Indo-Persian literature?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qasida

  3. Masnavi

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ghazal, Qasida, and Masnavi are all prominent genres in Indo-Persian literature.

Who is considered one of the greatest poets of Indo-Persian literature?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Amir Khusrau

  3. Sa'di

  4. Rumi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Amir Khusrau is widely regarded as one of the greatest poets of Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the first major Indo-Persian literary work?

  1. Diwan-e-Hafiz

  2. Masnavi-e-Ma'navi

  3. Gulistan

  4. Tarikh-e-Firishta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tarikh-e-Firishta is considered the first major Indo-Persian literary work.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his satirical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Bedil Dehlavi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bedil Dehlavi is known for his satirical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the Indo-Persian literary movement that emerged in the 18th century?

  1. Delhi School

  2. Lahore School

  3. Lucknow School

  4. Agra School


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Delhi School was an Indo-Persian literary movement that emerged in the 18th century.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his mystical and philosophical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rumi

  3. Sa'di

  4. Nizami Ganjavi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rumi is known for his mystical and philosophical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of short, witty poems?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qasida

  3. Masnavi

  4. Rubai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rubai is an Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of short, witty poems.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his love poetry?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Hafiz


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hafiz is known for his love poetry in Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of long narrative poems?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qasida

  3. Masnavi

  4. Rubai


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Masnavi is an Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of long narrative poems.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his historical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Firishta


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Firishta is known for his historical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of panegyric poems?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qasida

  3. Masnavi

  4. Rubai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Qasida is an Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of panegyric poems.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his didactic writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Attar of Nishapur


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sa'di is known for his didactic writings in Indo-Persian literature.

What is the name of the Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of short, lyrical poems?

  1. Ghazal

  2. Qasida

  3. Masnavi

  4. Rubai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ghazal is an Indo-Persian literary genre that consists of short, lyrical poems.

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his mystical and spiritual writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Attar of Nishapur


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Attar of Nishapur is known for his mystical and spiritual writings in Indo-Persian literature.

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