Deliverance by Munshi Premchand

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What is the original title of the short story Deliverance by Premchand?

  • Nirvana
  • Sadgati (correct)
  • Moksha
  • Karma

What does the pen name Munshi Premchand refer to?

  • Emperor of Indian novelists
  • Dhanpat Rai Shrivastava (correct)
  • Author of Deliverance
  • Famous Hindi-Urdu writer

What is the main theme of Deliverance by Premchand?

  • Celebration of rebirth
  • Exploration of political power
  • Criticism on the Hindu caste system (correct)
  • Portrayal of modern technology

How many novels has Premchand written?

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What does Sadgati mean?

<p>Salvation or deliverance from the worldly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the original title of the short story Deliverance by Premchand?

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What does the pen name Munshi Premchand refer to?

<p>Famous Hindi-Urdu writer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of Deliverance by Premchand?

<p>Criticism on the Hindu society and Caste system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many novels has Premchand written?

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What does the title Sadgati mean?

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Flashcards

What is 'Sadgati'?

Original title of Premchand's 'Deliverance'.

Who is Munshi Premchand?

Pen name of Dhanpat Rai Shrivastava, a famous Hindi-Urdu writer.

Theme of 'Deliverance'?

Critique of the Hindu caste system's injustices.

Premchand's novel count?

Premchand authored more than twelve novels.

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Meaning of 'Sadgati'?

Salvation or liberation from worldly suffering.

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Who is Munshi Premchand?

Dhanpat Rai Shrivastava.

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Theme of 'Deliverance'?

Critique of the Hindu society and Caste system.

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Premchand's novel count?

More than twelve.

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Meaning of 'Sadgati'?

Salvation or deliverance from the worldly.

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Study Notes

Premchand and His Works

  • The original title of the short story Deliverance by Premchand is Sadgati.
  • Munshi Premchand is a pen name, which refers to a title of respect for a learned person, Premchand being a renowned Indian writer.
  • The main theme of Deliverance by Premchand revolves around the struggles of the lower castes and the exploitation they face in society.
  • Premchand has written a total of 14 novels, cementing his position as a prominent figure in Indian literature.
  • Sadgati is a Hindi term, which translates to "Deliverance" or "Liberation" in English.

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