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Indian Literature and Identity: The Impact of Economics

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Which Indian author's work often explores the impact of economic disparities on individual lives?

  1. R.K. Narayan

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Mulk Raj Anand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mulk Raj Anand's writings frequently delve into the economic struggles and social injustices faced by marginalized communities in India.

In the novel 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy, the central conflict arises due to:

  1. Economic inequality

  2. Caste discrimination

  3. Religious differences

  4. Political turmoil


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The novel explores the tragic consequences of caste-based discrimination and its impact on the lives of the characters.

Which Indian literary movement emerged in the early 20th century, focusing on the portrayal of rural life and economic struggles?

  1. Progressive Writers' Movement

  2. Naxalite Movement

  3. Swadeshi Movement

  4. Quit India Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Progressive Writers' Movement aimed to depict the realities of rural India and highlight the economic struggles faced by the peasantry.

In R.K. Narayan's novel 'The Guide', the protagonist Raju's transformation is driven by:

  1. Economic ambition

  2. Spiritual enlightenment

  3. Social status

  4. Political power


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raju's desire for economic success and social mobility motivates his actions throughout the novel.

Which Indian author's work often explores the theme of economic exploitation and the plight of the working class?

  1. Premchand

  2. Rabindranath Tagore

  3. Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay

  4. Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Premchand's writings frequently depict the struggles of the poor and marginalized, highlighting the economic inequalities prevalent in Indian society.

In the novel 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie, the economic disparities in post-independence India are symbolized by:

  1. The Midnight's Children

  2. The Emergency

  3. The Partition of India

  4. The Naxalite Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Midnight's Children, with their unique abilities and challenges, represent the diverse and often conflicting economic realities of post-independence India.

Which Indian literary movement emerged in the 1960s, focusing on the portrayal of urban life and economic modernization?

  1. Naxalite Movement

  2. Progressive Writers' Movement

  3. Modernist Movement

  4. Swadeshi Movement


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Modernist Movement in Indian literature sought to depict the changing urban landscape and the impact of economic modernization on society.

In the novel 'The White Tiger' by Aravind Adiga, the protagonist Balram Halwai's journey reflects:

  1. The rise of the middle class

  2. The decline of feudalism

  3. The impact of globalization

  4. The Naxalite Movement


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Balram's story highlights the economic opportunities and challenges brought about by globalization in contemporary India.

Which Indian author's work often explores the economic disparities between rural and urban India?

  1. R.K. Narayan

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Mahasweta Devi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahasweta Devi's writings frequently depict the struggles of rural communities and the economic disparities they face compared to urban areas.

In the novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' by Kiran Desai, the economic disparities between India and the United States are explored through the experiences of:

  1. Sai and Biju

  2. Noni and Jemubhai

  3. Gyan and Ila

  4. Rukmini and Lahiri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sai and Biju's journey from India to the United States highlights the economic disparities between the two countries and the challenges faced by immigrants.

Which Indian literary movement emerged in the 1980s, focusing on the portrayal of economic liberalization and its impact on society?

  1. Postmodernist Movement

  2. Naxalite Movement

  3. Progressive Writers' Movement

  4. Swadeshi Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Postmodernist Movement in Indian literature sought to explore the economic and social changes brought about by economic liberalization.

In the novel 'The Great Indian Novel' by Shashi Tharoor, the economic disparities in India are satirized through the experiences of:

  1. The Nehru-Gandhi family

  2. The Indian middle class

  3. The Indian peasantry

  4. The Indian working class


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tharoor's novel uses the Nehru-Gandhi family as a symbol to satirize the economic and political disparities in India.

Which Indian author's work often explores the economic struggles of women in rural India?

  1. R.K. Narayan

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Mahasweta Devi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahasweta Devi's writings frequently depict the economic hardships faced by women in rural India and their struggles for survival.

In the novel 'The Hungry Tide' by Amitav Ghosh, the economic disparities between the Sundarbans and Kolkata are explored through the experiences of:

  1. Piya and Kanai

  2. Nirmal and Fokir

  3. Kusum and Moyna

  4. Dulal and Bonolata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Piya and Kanai's journey from the Sundarbans to Kolkata highlights the economic disparities between the two regions and the challenges faced by migrants.

Which Indian author's work often explores the economic impact of colonialism on Indian society?

  1. R.K. Narayan

  2. Arundhati Roy

  3. Rabindranath Tagore

  4. Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's writings frequently depict the economic exploitation of India under British colonialism.

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