SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 79

SSC CHSL - 21 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q79

Who wrote 'The Jungle Book' in 1894?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer:
Rudyard Kipling

Explanation:
The Jungle Book (1894) was written by Rudyard Kipling. It is a famous literary work based on the stories of a boy named Mowgli, who is raised in the jungle. It is one of the most popular books in world literature.

Key Points:
• Book: The Jungle Book
• Author: Rudyard Kipling
• Year of publication: 1894
• Main character: Mowgli
• Theme: Jungle and animal life

Additional Facts:
• Rudyard Kipling received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907.
• The book is set in the forests of India.
• It has been adapted into many films and cartoons.

Important Exam Questions:

Who wrote 'The Jungle Book'?
Answer: Rudyard Kipling

When was this book published?
Answer: 1894

Who is the main character?
Answer: Mowgli

When did Kipling receive the Nobel Prize?
Answer: 1907