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Literary Carnival: A Quiz on Indian Literary Festivals

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Which Indian city hosts the annual Jaipur Literature Festival, one of the largest literary festivals in the world?

  1. Mumbai

  2. New Delhi

  3. Jaipur

  4. Kolkata


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Jaipur Literature Festival is held annually in Jaipur, Rajasthan, and attracts renowned authors, thinkers, and literary enthusiasts from around the globe.

The Kolkata Book Fair, considered the largest book fair in India, is held in which month?

  1. January

  2. February

  3. March

  4. April


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kolkata Book Fair, also known as the Boi Mela, is held annually in Kolkata, West Bengal, during the month of February.

The Sahitya Akademi Awards, presented by the Sahitya Akademi, are prestigious literary awards given to authors writing in which languages?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Regional Indian Languages

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are presented to authors writing in Hindi, English, and various regional Indian languages, recognizing outstanding literary contributions.

The JLF Literature Festival, held in Jaipur, is known for its unique blend of literature, music, and art. Which renowned musician performed at the 2020 edition of the festival?

  1. A.R. Rahman

  2. Zakir Hussain

  3. Shubha Mudgal

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2020 edition of the JLF Literature Festival featured performances by renowned musicians A.R. Rahman, Zakir Hussain, and Shubha Mudgal, among others.

The Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest is held in which Indian city?

  1. Mumbai

  2. New Delhi

  3. Chennai

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Tata Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest is held annually in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and brings together renowned authors, poets, and thinkers to engage in literary discussions and debates.

The DSC Jaipur Literature Festival is known for its diverse lineup of authors and its focus on promoting cross-cultural dialogue. Which international author was a featured speaker at the 2019 edition of the festival?

  1. Margaret Atwood

  2. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

  3. Hanya Yanagihara

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2019 edition of the DSC Jaipur Literature Festival featured renowned international authors such as Margaret Atwood, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Hanya Yanagihara, among others.

The Bengaluru Literature Festival, held in the city of Bengaluru, is known for its focus on contemporary literature and its vibrant atmosphere. Which Indian author was a featured speaker at the 2021 edition of the festival?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Amitav Ghosh

  3. Jhumpa Lahiri

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2021 edition of the Bengaluru Literature Festival featured renowned Indian authors such as Arundhati Roy, Amitav Ghosh, and Jhumpa Lahiri, among others.

The Chennai Book Fair, held in the city of Chennai, is known for its wide range of books and its focus on promoting Tamil literature. Which Tamil author was a featured speaker at the 2022 edition of the fair?

  1. Jayakanthan

  2. Sujatha Rangarajan

  3. Ashokamitran

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2022 edition of the Chennai Book Fair featured renowned Tamil authors such as Jayakanthan, Sujatha Rangarajan, and Ashokamitran, among others.

The Hyderabad Literary Festival, held in the city of Hyderabad, is known for its focus on promoting Telugu literature and its vibrant cultural atmosphere. Which Telugu author was a featured speaker at the 2023 edition of the festival?

  1. Yandamoori Veerendranath

  2. Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry

  3. Madhurantakam Narasimhacharyulu

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2023 edition of the Hyderabad Literary Festival featured renowned Telugu authors such as Yandamoori Veerendranath, Rachakonda Viswanatha Sastry, and Madhurantakam Narasimhacharyulu, among others.

The Goa Arts and Literature Festival, held in the state of Goa, is known for its focus on promoting Konkani literature and its unique blend of art and literature. Which Konkani author was a featured speaker at the 2024 edition of the festival?

  1. Damodar Mauzo

  2. R.V. Pandit

  3. Laxmanrao Sardessai

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2024 edition of the Goa Arts and Literature Festival featured renowned Konkani authors such as Damodar Mauzo, R.V. Pandit, and Laxmanrao Sardessai, among others.

The Valley of Words Literature and Arts Festival, held in the state of Uttarakhand, is known for its focus on promoting Hindi literature and its stunning natural setting. Which Hindi author was a featured speaker at the 2025 edition of the festival?

  1. Munshi Premchand

  2. Harivansh Rai Bachchan

  3. Amrita Pritam

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2025 edition of the Valley of Words Literature and Arts Festival featured renowned Hindi authors such as Munshi Premchand, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, and Amrita Pritam, among others.

The North-East Festival, held in the state of Meghalaya, is known for its focus on promoting the literature and culture of the North-Eastern states of India. Which author from the North-East was a featured speaker at the 2026 edition of the festival?

  1. Mamang Dai

  2. Temsula Ao

  3. Anjum Hasan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2026 edition of the North-East Festival featured renowned authors from the North-East such as Mamang Dai, Temsula Ao, and Anjum Hasan, among others.

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are presented annually to recognize outstanding literary contributions in which languages?

  1. Hindi

  2. English

  3. Regional Indian Languages

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sahitya Akademi Awards are presented to authors writing in Hindi, English, and various regional Indian languages, recognizing outstanding literary contributions.

The JLF Literature Festival is known for its focus on promoting cross-cultural dialogue. Which international author was a featured speaker at the 2018 edition of the festival?

  1. Margaret Atwood

  2. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

  3. Hanya Yanagihara

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 2018 edition of the JLF Literature Festival featured renowned international authors such as Margaret Atwood, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Hanya Yanagihara, among others.

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