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Deciphering the Enigma of Indian Literary Structuralism

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Who is considered the father of Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. A.K. Ramanujan

  2. G.N. Devy

  3. K. Damodaran

  4. V.N. Rao

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

K. Damodaran is widely regarded as the father of Indian Literary Structuralism.

Which of the following is NOT a key concept in Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. Binary Oppositions

  2. Narrative Structure

  3. Cultural Context

  4. Authorial Intention

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Authorial Intention is not a key concept in Indian Literary Structuralism, as it focuses on the text itself rather than the author's intentions.

What is the primary goal of Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. To uncover hidden meanings in literary texts

  2. To understand the relationship between literature and society

  3. To analyze the formal elements of literary texts

  4. To evaluate the aesthetic value of literary texts

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism aims to analyze the formal elements of literary texts, such as narrative structure, language, and imagery.

Which of the following is NOT a prominent Indian Literary Structuralist critic?

  1. G.N. Devy

  2. A.K. Ramanujan

  3. M.K. Naik

  4. V.N. Rao

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

M.K. Naik is not a prominent Indian Literary Structuralist critic.

What is the significance of binary oppositions in Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. They reveal the underlying structure of literary texts

  2. They provide a framework for interpreting literary texts

  3. They highlight the contradictions and tensions within literary texts

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Binary oppositions play a crucial role in Indian Literary Structuralism as they reveal the underlying structure, provide a framework for interpretation, and highlight contradictions and tensions within literary texts.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used by Indian Literary Structuralist critics?

  1. Close reading

  2. Comparative analysis

  3. Historical contextualization

  4. Biographical criticism

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Biographical criticism is not a common method used by Indian Literary Structuralist critics, as they focus on the text itself rather than the author's life and experiences.

How does Indian Literary Structuralism contribute to the understanding of Indian literature?

  1. It provides a systematic framework for analyzing literary texts

  2. It reveals the hidden meanings and symbols in literary texts

  3. It helps to identify the cultural and historical context of literary texts

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism contributes to the understanding of Indian literature by providing a systematic framework for analysis, revealing hidden meanings and symbols, and identifying the cultural and historical context of literary texts.

What is the relationship between Indian Literary Structuralism and Western Structuralism?

  1. Indian Literary Structuralism is a direct extension of Western Structuralism

  2. Indian Literary Structuralism is a unique and independent school of thought

  3. Indian Literary Structuralism is a combination of Western Structuralism and Indian aesthetics

  4. Indian Literary Structuralism is a reaction against Western Structuralism

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism is a unique school of thought that combines Western Structuralism with Indian aesthetics and cultural perspectives.

Which of the following is NOT a significant contribution of Indian Literary Structuralism to literary theory?

  1. The concept of binary oppositions

  2. The focus on narrative structure

  3. The emphasis on cultural context

  4. The rejection of authorial intention

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism does not reject authorial intention, but rather focuses on the text itself and its relationship to cultural and historical contexts.

How does Indian Literary Structuralism approach the study of literary genres?

  1. It examines the formal features and conventions of different genres

  2. It explores the relationship between genres and cultural contexts

  3. It investigates the ways in which genres evolve and change over time

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism approaches the study of literary genres by examining their formal features, exploring their relationship to cultural contexts, and investigating their evolution and change over time.

Which of the following is NOT a key text in Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. The Structure of the Novel by K. Damodaran

  2. The Literary Theory of K. Damodaran by G.N. Devy

  3. The Indian Novel in English by M.K. Naik

  4. The Poetics of Structuralism by Jonathan Culler

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Poetics of Structuralism by Jonathan Culler is not a key text in Indian Literary Structuralism, as it is a work of Western Structuralism.

How does Indian Literary Structuralism contribute to the understanding of Indian cultural identity?

  1. It reveals the cultural values and beliefs embedded in literary texts

  2. It provides insights into the historical and social context of Indian culture

  3. It helps to identify the unique characteristics of Indian culture

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism contributes to the understanding of Indian cultural identity by revealing cultural values and beliefs, providing insights into historical and social contexts, and identifying unique characteristics of Indian culture.

Which of the following is NOT a limitation of Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. It can be overly focused on formal elements and neglect the emotional and subjective aspects of literature

  2. It may overlook the role of the reader in interpreting literary texts

  3. It can be difficult to apply to non-literary texts

  4. It is not relevant to contemporary literary criticism

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism is still relevant to contemporary literary criticism, as it provides a systematic framework for analyzing literary texts and understanding their cultural and historical contexts.

What is the future of Indian Literary Structuralism?

  1. It will continue to be a dominant school of thought in Indian literary criticism

  2. It will be replaced by new and emerging critical theories

  3. It will evolve and adapt to changing literary and cultural contexts

  4. It will become obsolete and irrelevant

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism is likely to evolve and adapt to changing literary and cultural contexts, as it has the potential to integrate new theoretical approaches and insights.

How can Indian Literary Structuralism be used to analyze contemporary literary texts?

  1. By examining their formal features and narrative structure

  2. By exploring their relationship to cultural and historical contexts

  3. By investigating the ways in which they engage with contemporary issues and concerns

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian Literary Structuralism can be used to analyze contemporary literary texts by examining their formal features, exploring their relationship to cultural and historical contexts, and investigating the ways in which they engage with contemporary issues and concerns.

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