Who is the author of "The God of Small Things"?
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Answer: Arundhati Roy
Explanation
"The God of Small Things" is the debut novel by Indian author Arundhati Roy, published in 1997. It is a semi-autobiographical story set in Ayemenem (now part of Kottayam district in Kerala). The novel explores how small, seemingly insignificant things in life can have a profound impact on people's destinies.
Key Facts for Exams
First Indian Citizen: She was the first Indian citizen (residing in India) to win the Booker Prize.
Setting: The story is set in the state of Kerala.
Exam-Related Practice Questions
Q: In which year did Arundhati Roy receive the Man Booker Prize for "The God of Small Things"?
Answer: 1997.
Q: Arundhati Roy is a well-known activist as well. With which famous environmental movement in India was she closely associated?
Answer: Narmada Bachao Andolan.