'The God of Small Things' won the Booker Prize in which year?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Answer: 1997
Explanation:
Renowned Indian author Arundhati Roy's debut novel, The God of Small Things, won the prestigious Booker Prize in 1997. Set against the backdrop of the village of Aymanam in Kerala, the novel explores the complexities of casteism, class struggle, and family relationships within Indian society through the childhood experiences of twins, Estha and Rahel.
Additional Points:
- Historical Achievement: Arundhati Roy became the first non-expatriate Indian citizen to win the Booker Prize.
- Subject Matter: The book revolves around 'Love Laws'—rules that dictate who should be loved, how much, and how.
- Style: The novel was acclaimed worldwide for its non-linear narrative style and innovative use of language.
Potential Questions and Answers:
Question: Who is the author of The God of Small Things?
Answer: Arundhati Roy.
Question: Who are the other Indian authors or authors of Indian origin who have won the Booker Prize?
Answer: V.S. Naipaul (1971), Salman Rushdie (1981), Kiran Desai (2006), and Aravind Adiga (2008).
Question: What is the title of Arundhati Roy's second novel, which was published 20 years later?
Answer: The Ministry of Utmost Happiness (2017).