SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 31

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 27 June 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q31

Who is the author of the novel ‘A Suitable Boy’ which is one of the longest novel?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Vikram Seth.

‘A Suitable Boy’ is a highly acclaimed novel written by Vikram Seth and was published in 1993. Spanning over 1,300 pages, it is one of the longest novels ever published in the English language in a single volume. The novel is set in post-independence India and follows the life of a young girl, Lata, and her mother’s quest to find her a suitable husband. The book is praised for its depth, cultural richness, and vivid storytelling.