Caste in Indian Literature: Dalit Voices and Social Critique
This quiz assesses knowledge of caste representation, Dalit literature, and social critique in Indian literary works.
Questions
Which novel by Mulk Raj Anand explores the theme of caste discrimination and the struggle for social justice?
- Untouchable
- Coolie
- Two Leaves and a Bud
- The Village
In "The God of Small Things", Arundhati Roy highlights the issue of caste discrimination through the relationship between which two characters?
- Estha and Rahel
- Ammu and Velutha
- Baby Kochamma and Chacko
- Margaret Kochamma and Sophie Mol
Which Dalit writer's autobiography, "The Autobiography of a Dalit", provides a powerful account of the experiences of caste discrimination and untouchability?
- B.R. Ambedkar
- Omprakash Valmiki
- Poomani
- Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd
In "The White Tiger", Aravind Adiga satirizes the caste system through the story of which character?
- Balram Halwai
- Ashok Sharma
- Pinky Madam
- Mr. Ashok
Which novel by Perumal Murugan explores the theme of caste violence and its impact on the lives of individuals?
- One Part Woman
- Seasons of the Palm
- The Story of a Goat
- Pyre
Which novel by Bama Faustina explores the experiences of Dalit women and their struggles against caste oppression?
- Karukku
- Sangati
- Vanmam
- Kusumbu
Which novel by Manu Joseph explores the theme of caste and its influence on politics and power dynamics in contemporary India?
- Serious Men
- The Illicit Happiness of Other People
- Miss Laila Armed and Dangerous
- The Raavan Lot