Who among the following authors wrote ‘Kamayani’, ‘Dhruvswamini’, ‘Kankal’, ‘Titli’, ‘Skandagupta’, ‘Lahar’ and ‘Mamta’?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The Correct Answer is option 3 i.e. Jaishankar Prasad.
Jaishankar Prasad, a prominent figure in Hindi literature, is the author of several notable works including ‘Kamayani’, ‘Dhruvswamini’, ‘Kankal’, ‘Titli’, ‘Skandagupta’, ‘Lahar’, and ‘Mamta’. He was a key poet and playwright of the Chhayavaad (romanticism) literary movement in early 20th century Hindi literature. His epic poem ‘Kamayani’ is especially celebrated for its deep philosophical insights and poetic beauty. Prasad’s works reflect themes of mythology, history, and human emotions, greatly influencing modern Hindi literature.
Other options :
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Suryakant Tripathi Nirala: Known for poetry but not these works.
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Krishna Sobti: Renowned for novels and short stories.
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Bhisham Sahni: Famous for prose and plays, not these poems.