Question 1

"Yayati", "Hayavadana" etc. are plays by __________.

Accepted Answer

Girish Karnad is the playwright behind "Yayati" and "Hayavadana," which are significant works in Indian literature, showcasing his expertise in using mythology and folklore.

Question 2

In "Yayati", _________ is Pooru's wife.

Accepted Answer

Chitralekha is Pooru's wife in the story of "Yayati".

Question 3

"Yayati" is an adaptation of an ancient myth from _________.

Accepted Answer

"Yayati" is a story adapted from the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. The tale of King Yayati is a notable narrative within the epic, exploring themes of desire, duty, and redemption.

Question 4

Who is Vrshparvan in the play "Yayati"?

Accepted Answer

Vrshparvan is Sharmishtha's father in the play "Yayati".

Question 5

Which of the following characters are not part of the original myth and were therefore invented by Karnad for the play "Yayati"?

Accepted Answer

Chitralekha is not part of the original myth surrounding Yayati and was invented by Girish Karnad for his play. The other characters - Devayani, Sharmistha, and Sukracharya - are all part of the traditional mythological story.

Question 6

Who is the author of the play "Tara"?

Accepted Answer

Mahesh Dattani is the author of the play "Tara."

Question 7

_________ says that Tara "would make a great business woman".

Accepted Answer

Chandran says that Tara "would make a great business woman".

Question 8

Which of the following characters in "Tara" is present throughout the play, always seated on a chair?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Thakur is present throughout the play, always seated on a chair.

Question 9

Which of the following characters doesnt understand English very well and therefore never really understands the jokes made by the twins?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following characters doesnt understand...

Question 10

In "Tara", who does Roopa think Chandan would find 'compatible' or suitable as a partner?

Accepted Answer

Roopa thinks that Chandan would find Freni Narangiwalla compatible or suitable as a partner.

Question 11

Who doesn't want to join college without Tara in the play "Tara"?

Accepted Answer

In the play "Tara" by Mahesh Dattani, it is Chandan who expresses the desire not to join college without his sister Tara. The play deals with complex themes of gender, identity, and family dynamics, focusing on the lives of conjoined twins, Tara and Chandan, who are surgically separated. Chandan's guilt and emotional turmoil over the separation and its consequences are central to the narrative.

Question 12

Which of the following characters reveal the secret behind the twins separation ?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following characters reveal the...

Question 13

How many parts is Sen's "The Argumentative Indian" divided into?

Accepted Answer

"The Argumentative Indian" by Amartya Sen is divided into four parts, each focusing on different aspects of Indian history, culture, and identity.

Question 14

Which of the following Muslim emperors does Sen talk about frequently in the section "Reason and Identity"?

Accepted Answer

Sen frequently discusses Emperor Akbar in the section "Reason and Identity" for his emphasis on reasoning and religious tolerance, showcasing his progressive views on faith and identity.

Question 15

What is the name of the new religion which Akbar attempted to start that Sen talks of in "Reason & Identity"?

Accepted Answer

Akbar attempted to start a new religion named Din-i-Ilahi, which aimed at merging the best elements of the religions of his empire.

Question 16

'Tarikh-ilahi' is a ________ that Sen says Akbar tried to introduce in India.

Accepted Answer

'Tarikh-ilahi' refers to a synthetic calendar introduced by Akbar, combining elements from various calendars to reflect the multicultural nature of his empire.

Question 17

According to Sen, which of the following people understood 'the full significance of the industrial revolution in the West & its potentialities for his own country'?

Accepted Answer

Jamsetji Tata is recognized for understanding the full significance of the industrial revolution in the West and its potentialities for his own country, India. He was a pioneer in the industrial sector, founding Tata Group, India's biggest conglomerate company, which played a crucial role in the industrial development of India.

Question 18

Nehru's "What is Culture" was written on _________.

Accepted Answer

Nehru's "What is Culture" was written on 9th April.

Question 19

Nehru believed that culture's must be _________.

Accepted Answer

Nehru believed that cultures must be dynamic, meaning they should be open to change and evolution over time, rather than remaining static or isolated.

Question 20

Nehru concludes "What is Culture" by quoting a ________ poet.

Accepted Answer

Nehru concludes "What is Culture" by quoting a Greek poet, reflecting his broad and inclusive understanding of culture that spans across different civilizations and historical periods.

Quiz 4: Indian Plays, Mythology, and Cultural Perspectives