Who wrote the novel 'A Suitable Boy'?
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Correct Answer: Vikram Seth.
Explanation:
- 'A Suitable Boy': This is one of the longest novels in English literature, published by Vikram Seth in 1993.
- Plot: The novel is set against the backdrop of post-independence India (specifically, the early 1950s). Its central narrative revolves around a character named 'Lata' and her mother's search for a 'suitable boy' for her.
- Significance: The novel offers a detailed portrayal of Indian society, politics, family dynamics, and religious issues of that era. Recently, a popular web series based on this novel was also produced.
Additional Facts (Famous Works by Other Authors):
- Salman Rushdie: 'Midnight's Children' — for which he was awarded the Booker Prize.
- Chetan Bhagat: 'Five Point Someone', '2 States', and 'The Girl in Room 105'.
- Manu Joseph: 'Serious Men'.
Potential Questions for Upcoming Exams:
- Question: Who is the author of the novel 'An Equal Music'?
- Answer: Vikram Seth.
- Question: What is the name of Vikram Seth's poetic work that serves as a collection of stories based on animals?
- Answer: 'Beastly Tales'.
- Question: Who is writing 'A Suitable Girl'—the sequel to 'A Suitable Boy'?
- Answer: Vikram Seth.