SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 64

SSC CPO - 04 Oct 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q64

Which of the following is an autobiography of a Bengali illiterate woman who secretly acquired literacy skills to read sacred texts in an age when girls and women were denied education and deemed fit only for household chores?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Amar Jiban.

"Amar Jiban" by Rassundari Devi is the autobiography of a Bengali illiterate woman who secretly acquired literacy skills to read sacred texts. In an era when girls and women were largely denied education and confined to household chores, Rassundari Devi’s memoir recounts her journey of self-learning and personal empowerment. Her determination to overcome societal barriers and gain knowledge reflects her resilience and commitment to education.