For which English novel was Ruskin Bond honoured with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1992?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra.
Ruskin Bond was honoured with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1992 for his English novel Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra. This semi-autobiographical work is a collection of short stories reflecting Bond’s deep connection with nature, childhood memories, and life in the hill stations of India, particularly Dehradun. The stories capture the charm of simple living, the beauty of the Himalayan landscape, and the nostalgia of a bygone era. The award recognized Bond’s literary excellence and his unique ability to portray Indian life and landscapes with warmth, sensitivity, and authenticity through the medium of English literature.
Other options :
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The Blue Umbrella: Famous children’s novel by Bond, not the award-winning work in 1992.
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The Room on the Roof: Early novel by Bond, did not receive Sahitya Akademi Award.
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A Little Book of Happiness: A collection of essays, not the 1992 award-winning novel.