Hindi Language and Literature Notes

• These notes cover various topics in Hindi language and literature, including grammar, poetry, prose, and general knowledge related to the subjects.

Multiple Choice Questions:

• Harivansh Rai Bachchan's poetry is known for its simplicity and sensitivity.
• Kunwar Narayan received the Jnanpith Award.
• There are ten types of 'Ras' (emotional flavors) in literature.
• The given example is an instance of the 'Bhrantiman' (illusion) figure of speech.
• The history of Hindi poetry is divided into four parts.
• The prefix added before a word is called an 'Upsarg'.

Fill in the Blanks:

• 'Aatma Parichay' is from the 'Nisha Nimantran Geet Sangrah.'
• Tulsidas's childhood was difficult.
• Bhaktin is Mahadevi Varma's famous 'Sansmaranatmak Rekhachitra' (reminiscence sketch).
• The 'Aadi Kaal' is also known as 'Veergatha Kaal.'
• Prefixes that are added before a word are 'Upsarg'.
• The technical term for gravitation is 'Gravitational'.
• 'Dinmaan' weekly Hindustan editor, Joshi ji, passed away in (March 30, 2006 / 15 March, 2008).

Match the Following:

• Bhaktin's real name matches one option in column 'B'.
• 'Bazaar Darshan' is a psychological story, matching another option in column 'B'.
• Jainendra Kumar is one of the Indian thinkers, this matches another option in column 'B'.
• Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar relates to '16'
• Types of sentences based on meaning, refers to 'Nibandh'.
• Each line of 'Chaupai' has 'Lakshmi'

Answer in One Word/Sentence:

• The history of Hindi literature is divided into four parts.
• Prose genres are divided into several parts.
• The permanent emotion of 'Veer Ras' (the heroic sentiment) is enthusiasm.
• Each line of 'Chaupai' has 16 'matras' (syllable counts).
• 'Kayapalat Hona' means to undergo a complete transformation.
• A person who acknowledges favor is grateful.
• The nature of joy is characterized by X.

True or False:

• Silver Wedding is celebrated on the twenty-fifth anniversary of marriage - True.
• The main character of the 'Joojh' story is Ananda - True.
• The literal meaning of 'Experience' is 'Anubhav' (experience) - True.
• According to Om Thanvi, are X the oldest planned cities - True.
• 'Maila Aanchal' is a work by Jagdish Chandra Basu - False.
• Jainendra Kumar was honored with the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India - True.

Short Answer Questions:

• The repetition of 'Din Jaldi-Jaldi Dhalta Hai' in the poem reveals the characteristic of X in the poem.
• Possible reasons for equating poetry and children.
• Prominent features of the 'Sagun Bhakti Dhara'.
• Features of the 'Reetikaal' by explaining any three.
• Express your views on the statement that "Luttan Pehalwan's drum gives the helpless and dying people of the village the courage to die."
• Types of essays based on subject matter.
• How Bhaktin became more rustic after coming to Mahadevi.

Other Questions:

• Definition of 'Ekanki', and explanation of one of its elements.
• Definitions of 'Raj Bhasha' and 'Rashtra Bhasha' and the difference between the two.
• Definitions of 'Pratyay' (Suffix) and 'Upsarg' (Prefix) with two examples of each.
• Write the types of sentences based on meaning.
• Give one word answers for phrases:
  • One who has no equal.
  • One who works without pay.
• How the Indus Valley Civilization was prosperous but lacked ostentation.
• Why Yashodhar Babu's wife manages to adapt to the times, but Yashodhar Babu fails to do so.
• Meaning of "Bazarupan" and how people give meaning to the market, or in whom lies the meaning of the market.
• Explain how Dwivedi Ji teaches to remain steadfast and alive in adverse life situations through X.
• Definition of 'Punarukti Prakash Alankar' with an example.
• Explain the types of 'Shakti' (power).
• Definition of 'Sortha Chand' with an example.
• The poem 'Camera Mein Band Apahij' is a poem of cruelty hidden behind the mask of compassion – Discuss.
• Draw a picture of sunrise and sunset using the metaphors of your surroundings.
• Why Raja Sahab supported Luttan, and what caused his downfall in the end.
• The poet (litterateur) must have the equanimity of an unattached yogi and the heart of a connoisseur lover simultaneously.
• Differentiate between idioms and proverbs.
• "Humility comes from knowledge" - Expand upon this statement.

Unseen Passage Questions and Poetry:

• Questions based on an unseen passage about democracy and its pillars.
• Explanation of a verse with context.
• Questions and explanations related to poetry lines about a child.
• Definition of Story with all its important elemnets.
• Difference between Autobiography and Biography with famous author's works.
• Letter writing regarding theft in your neighborhood.
• Letter writing for sending thank you not to uncle for a birthday gift.

Essay Topics:

• Importance of sports in life.
• My library.
• Environmental pollution.
• Where there is a will, there is a way.

Notes on Hindi language and literature covering grammar, poetry, and prose. Includes multiple-choice questions and fill-in-the-blanks. Covers topics such as Harivansh Rai Bachchan, Kunwar Narayan, and Hindi poetry history.