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Caste and Globalization in Indian Literature

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In which novel does Arundhati Roy explore the impact of globalization on the lives of marginalized communities in India?

  1. The God of Small Things

  2. The Inheritance of Loss

  3. The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

  4. The Great Indian Novel


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In 'The Ministry of Utmost Happiness,' Arundhati Roy delves into the lives of characters from various marginalized communities, highlighting the ways in which globalization has affected their lives.

Which Dalit writer's work often addresses the themes of caste discrimination and globalization?

  1. Omprakash Valmiki

  2. U.R. Ananthamurthy

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Omprakash Valmiki, a prominent Dalit writer, frequently explores the experiences of marginalized communities in India, shedding light on the impact of caste discrimination and globalization.

In his novel 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga satirizes the effects of globalization on which social class in India?

  1. The Upper Caste

  2. The Middle Class

  3. The Dalits

  4. The Tribals


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga uses satire to critique the impact of globalization on the Indian middle class, particularly their aspirations and struggles.

Which Indian writer's work often explores the intersections of caste, gender, and globalization?

  1. Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. Anita Desai

  3. Shashi Deshpande

  4. Nayantara Sahgal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jhumpa Lahiri's writing frequently examines the complex interplay between caste, gender, and globalization, particularly in the context of the Indian diaspora.

In her novel 'The Lowland,' Jhumpa Lahiri explores the impact of globalization on which Indian state?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Kerala

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In 'The Lowland,' Jhumpa Lahiri sets her story in West Bengal, using it as a backdrop to examine the effects of globalization on the lives of ordinary people.

Which Dalit writer's autobiography, 'The Outcaste,' provides a firsthand account of caste discrimination and globalization?

  1. Omprakash Valmiki

  2. U.R. Ananthamurthy

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In his autobiography 'The Outcaste,' Omprakash Valmiki narrates his personal experiences of caste discrimination and globalization, offering a powerful insight into the challenges faced by marginalized communities.

In his novel 'The Inheritance of Loss,' Kiran Desai explores the impact of globalization on which Indian city?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kiran Desai's 'The Inheritance of Loss' is set in Kolkata, where she examines the effects of globalization on the city's social and cultural fabric.

Which Indian writer's work often explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of globalization?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's writing frequently addresses the issue of caste discrimination, particularly in relation to globalization and its impact on marginalized communities.

In her novel 'The Great Indian Novel,' Shashi Deshpande satirizes the effects of globalization on which Indian institution?

  1. The Caste System

  2. The Joint Family

  3. The Education System

  4. The Political System


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shashi Deshpande's 'The Great Indian Novel' uses satire to critique the persistence of the caste system in India, particularly in the context of globalization.

Which Indian writer's work often explores the intersections of caste, class, and globalization?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's writing frequently examines the complex relationships between caste, class, and globalization, particularly in the context of marginalized communities.

In his novel 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga uses satire to critique the effects of globalization on which Indian social group?

  1. The Upper Caste

  2. The Middle Class

  3. The Dalits

  4. The Tribals


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga uses satire to critique the impact of globalization on the Indian middle class, particularly their aspirations and struggles.

Which Indian writer's work often explores the theme of caste discrimination in the context of globalization?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's writing frequently addresses the issue of caste discrimination, particularly in relation to globalization and its impact on marginalized communities.

In her novel 'The Great Indian Novel,' Shashi Deshpande satirizes the effects of globalization on which Indian institution?

  1. The Caste System

  2. The Joint Family

  3. The Education System

  4. The Political System


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shashi Deshpande's 'The Great Indian Novel' uses satire to critique the persistence of the caste system in India, particularly in the context of globalization.

Which Indian writer's work often explores the intersections of caste, class, and globalization?

  1. Arundhati Roy

  2. Anita Desai

  3. R.K. Narayan

  4. Raja Rao


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arundhati Roy's writing frequently examines the complex relationships between caste, class, and globalization, particularly in the context of marginalized communities.

In his novel 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga uses satire to critique the effects of globalization on which Indian social group?

  1. The Upper Caste

  2. The Middle Class

  3. The Dalits

  4. The Tribals


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In 'The White Tiger,' Aravind Adiga uses satire to critique the impact of globalization on the Indian middle class, particularly their aspirations and struggles.

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