Bipul Deori was awarded Sahitya Akademi in 2014 for translating which of the following books in Assamese?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Answer — (4) The Immortals of Meluha
Explanation —
Bipul Deori was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize (Assamese language) for the year 2014. He translated the renowned English novel The Immortals of Meluha, authored by Amish Tripathi, into Assamese. This book constitutes the first installment of the Shiva Trilogy. This honor is conferred annually by the Sahitya Akademi in recognition of outstanding translation works across various languages. According to the records of the Sahitya Akademi (the official website of the Government of India), Deori's work has played a pivotal role in popularizing contemporary Indian literature among Assamese readers.
Additional Points —
Rajatarangini: A history of Kashmir authored by Kalhana (in Sanskrit).
Ganadevata: A celebrated Bengali novel by Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay.
Two Leaves and a Bud: A famous English novel by Mulk Raj Anand, set against the backdrop of the tea gardens of Assam.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers —
Question: Who is the original author of The Immortals of Meluha?
Answer: Amish Tripathi.
Question: Where is the headquarters of the Sahitya Akademi located?
Answer: Rabindra Bhavan, Delhi.