SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 48

SSC MTS - 08/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q48

Which author wrote the Hindi novel 'Tamas'?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bhisham Sahani.

 

The Hindi novel “Tamas” was written by Bhisham Sahni, a renowned Indian writer and playwright. Published in 1974, the novel is set against the backdrop of the Partition of India in 1947 and vividly depicts the communal violence, human suffering, and socio-political turmoil of that period. Bhisham Sahni’s detailed narrative, realistic portrayal of characters, and sensitive treatment of human emotions make “Tamas” a landmark work in Hindi literature. The novel was later adapted into an acclaimed television series by Gulzar, further cementing its place as a significant cultural and literary contribution.