Rabindranath Tagore: Life and Works

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For which work did Rabindranath Tagore earn the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913?

  • The Religion of Man
  • Gitanjali (correct)
  • Nationalism in India
  • The Centre of Indian Culture

Which essay by Rabindranath Tagore explores the concept of Indian culture as a living, evolving entity?

  • The Religion of Man
  • My School
  • Nationalism in India
  • The Centre of Indian Culture (correct)

In which language was 'Gitanjali' originally written?

  • Bengali (correct)
  • Urdu
  • Hindi
  • Sanskrit

In 'The Religion of Man', what idea does Rabindranath Tagore emphasize?

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Which essay by Rabindranath Tagore reflects on the cultural and philosophical differences between the East and the West?

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In which year was Rabindranath Tagore born?

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Which work earned Rabindranath Tagore the Nobel Prize in Literature?

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What type of works did Rabindranath Tagore create?

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Where was Rabindranath Tagore educated?

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At what age did Rabindranath Tagore publish his first collection of poems?

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Flashcards

Tagore's Nobel Prize work

Gitanjali, a collection of poems.

Indian Culture essay

Tagore's exploration of Indian culture as a living entity, constantly changing.

Gitanjali's language

Bengali.

Tagore's 'Religion of Man' theme

Universal brotherhood and spiritual harmony.

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East-West essay's focus

Cultural and philosophical differences between the East and West.

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Tagore's birth year

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Tagore's Nobel Prize Work

Gitanjali (Song Offerings).

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Tagore's work types

Poetry, songs, and plays.

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Tagore's education locations

India and the UK, partially home-schooled

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First poem collection age

16 years old.

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Study Notes

Rabindranath Tagore's Life and Works

  • Rabindranath Tagore was born in 1861.
  • He was educated at University College London.
  • At the age of 17, he published his first collection of poems.

Notable Works

  • 'Gitanjali' was originally written in Bengali.
  • 'Gitanjali' earned Rabindranath Tagore the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.
  • He created a range of works, including poetry, drama, and essays.

Essays and Ideas

  • In 'The Religion of Man', Rabindranath Tagore emphasizes the idea of the unity of humanity.
  • The essay 'East and West' reflects on the cultural and philosophical differences between the East and the West.
  • The essay 'Indian Culture' explores the concept of Indian culture as a living, evolving entity.

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