SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CHSL - 10 March 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q37

Who wrote the famous novel "Durgeshnandini"?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.

The famous novel "Durgeshnandini" was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1865. It holds a special place in Indian literary history as the first Bengali novel and is often credited with laying the foundation of modern Bengali literature. The novel combines elements of romance, patriotism, and historical fiction, making it immensely popular during its time.

"Durgeshnandini" is set in the backdrop of medieval Bengal and tells the story of a Rajput princess caught in the turmoil of war and politics during the Mughal era.

Other Options :

  • Rabindranath Tagore – Nobel laureate known for Gitanjali and poems, not this novel.

  • Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar – A reformer and writer, but not a novelist.