Question 1

Which work made SarankumarLimbale famous in literature?
A)akkarmashi
B)towards an aesthetics of dalit literature
C)black dance
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Which is the autobiographical novel of Sarankumar Limbale?
A)akkarmashi
B)jootan
C)aamen
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

"Akkarmashi" is the autobiographical novel written by Sarankumar Limbale. It narrates his experiences of growing up as a Dalit in India, focusing on the struggles and discrimination faced by those at the bottom of the caste hierarchy.

Question 3

What is the meaning of 'Akkarmashi '?
A)dalit
B)hungry
C)out caste
D)upper caste

Accepted Answer

'Akkarmashi' is a Marathi term that translates to 'out caste' or 'illegitimate', often used to describe someone who is marginalized or excluded from the traditional caste system.

Question 4

What makes Dalit Literature different from the mainstream literature?
A)style
B)vibrant expression
C)content
D)all of them

Accepted Answer

Dalit literature is distinguished from mainstream literature by its unique style, vibrant expression, and content, which often focuses on the struggles, injustices, and perspectives of the Dalit community, making all of these elements integral to its distinction.

Question 5

Which of the following features forms a reason for the suppression of Dalit?
A)caste
B)class
C)occupation
D)all of them

Accepted Answer

The suppression of Dalits is influenced by a combination of factors including caste, class, and occupation. These elements are deeply intertwined in many societies, particularly in India, where the caste system historically dictated social status, economic opportunities, and occupation roles, leading to systemic suppression of Dalits across these dimensions.

Question 6

Which character is considered as the forefather of dalits?
A)rama
B)ekalavya
C)sita
D)brahma

Accepted Answer

Ekalavya is often considered a symbol of resilience and talent in the face of social injustice, particularly among the Dalit community. His story from the Mahabharata, where he was denied education by Dronacharya due to his low birth but still excelled in archery, resonates with the struggles against caste discrimination.

Question 7

What is the aim of Dalit literature?
A)submission
B)agreement
C)observation
D)protest

Accepted Answer

Dalit literature aims to protest against the injustices and discrimination faced by Dalits in society, highlighting their struggles and advocating for equality and justice.

Question 8

To which community Limbale belonged?
A)mahar
B)chuhra
C)pulaya
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Limbale belonged to the Mahar community, which is a Dalit community primarily found in the state of Maharashtra, India.

Question 9

Who is the author of 'Kandathi'?
A)hirabansode
B)k k s das
C)raghavanatholi
D)c. Ayyappan

Accepted Answer

'Kandathi' is a famous poem written by Raghavanatholi.

Question 10

Where does the hungry woman wait?
A)at home
B)before the garbage
C)in the road
D)at the beach

Accepted Answer

The phrase "hungry woman" waiting "before the garbage" suggests she might be waiting for food that could be discarded, indicating a situation of extreme need or poverty. This choice aligns with scenarios where individuals in dire circumstances might wait for food. The other options do not directly relate to the context of hunger.

Question 11

How is the face of the parting day?
A)beautiful
B)tired
C)hungry
D)swollen

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Where does Kandathi live?
A)in the street
B)at the river bank
C)in the pitch black hut
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Kandathi lives in a pitch black hut, as described in various literary references to her living conditions.

Question 13

What is guarded by Kandathi?
A)a fresh meal
B)a cold meal
C)money
D)gold

Accepted Answer

Kandathi is a traditional cloth used in Kerala, India, primarily to cover and preserve the temperature of food, especially cold meals, during transportation or storage.

Question 14

What was broken by the hands of Kandathi?
A)the caste system
B)hypocrisy
C)stones
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Kandathi is known for breaking stones, which is a literal interpretation and does not imply breaking the caste system or hypocrisy.

Question 15

How do the people water the seeds in the fields?
A)from the river
B)with tears
C)from the ponds
D)using machines

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

What was vanished in the wild?
A)team
B)sons
C)carts
D)clans

Accepted Answer

"Vanished in the wild" refers to clans, which historically could disappear or be assimilated into other groups, losing their distinct identity over time.

Question 17

Which word shows the poverty of the working class people in Kandathi?
A)empty hovels
B)groaned
C)treacherous
D)full barns

Accepted Answer

"Empty hovels" directly indicates the poverty of the working class people in Kandathi by depicting their living conditions as poor and lacking.

Question 18

Kandathi had shrunken in to an old …….
A)sickle
B)crone
C)metal
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The correct word to describe an old person, especially an old woman, in this context is "crone." A crone is a term used to describe an old, thin, and ugly woman, fitting the description intended in the sentence.

Question 19

What/who nursed the child?
A)mother
B)nature
C)tears
D)whole community

Accepted Answer

The answer of What/who nursed the child?
A)mother
B)nature
C)tears
D)whole community...

Question 20

To which thing, life of the out caste is compared with?
A)coconut tree
B)coconut shell
C)coconut husk
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The life of the outcaste is compared to a coconut husk, symbolizing a life that is rough, tough, and devoid of any softness or comfort, much like the outer layer of a coconut.

Quiz 1: Sarankumar Limbale and Dalit Literature

Which work made SarankumarLimbale famous in literature?

Which is the autobiographical novel of Sarankumar Limbale?

What is the meaning of 'Akkarmashi '?

What makes Dalit Literature different from the mainstream literature?

Which of the following features forms a reason for the suppression of Dalit?

Which character is considered as the forefather of dalits?

What is the aim of Dalit literature?

To which community Limbale belonged?

Who is the author of 'Kandathi'?

Where does the hungry woman wait?

How is the face of the parting day?

Where does Kandathi live?

What is guarded by Kandathi?

What was broken by the hands of Kandathi?

How do the people water the seeds in the fields?

What was vanished in the wild?

Which word shows the poverty of the working class people in Kandathi?

Kandathi had shrunken in to an old …….

What/who nursed the child?

To which thing, life of the out caste is compared with?