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Who is the poet of 'Where the Mind is Without Fear'?
Who is the poet of 'Where the Mind is Without Fear'?
- Sukanto Bhattacharya
- Premendra Mitra
- R.N Tagore (correct)
- Nazrul Islam
Where does the poem, 'Where the Mind is Without Fear', occur?
Where does the poem, 'Where the Mind is Without Fear', occur?
- English version of 'Swadesh'
- Bengali version of 'Radha Krishna'
- English version of Gitanjali (correct)
- Bengali version of 'Swadhinata'
The expression, 'Knowledge is free', indicates?
The expression, 'Knowledge is free', indicates?
- Free from early idea
- Free from scientific idea
- Free from superstition (correct)
- Free from corruption
'Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake'---The 'country' referred to here is?
'Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake'---The 'country' referred to here is?
The poet wants the words to come from:
The poet wants the words to come from:
'Tireless striving' are two words that tell us that:
'Tireless striving' are two words that tell us that:
In this poem, reason is compared to:
In this poem, reason is compared to:
The dead habit is compared to:
The dead habit is compared to:
The clear stream of reason loses its way into:
The clear stream of reason loses its way into:
The poet prays to God to lead our minds -
The poet prays to God to lead our minds -
Where the mind is led forward by thee, the poet here means by the word 'thee.'
Where the mind is led forward by thee, the poet here means by the word 'thee.'
According to the poet, man should all the time work for -
According to the poet, man should all the time work for -
Where the world has not been broken up into fragments, the word 'fragments' here means -
Where the world has not been broken up into fragments, the word 'fragments' here means -
'Where the Mind is Without Fear' - here the word 'where' refers to -
'Where the Mind is Without Fear' - here the word 'where' refers to -
'Dead habit' in Tagore's poem refers to what?
'Dead habit' in Tagore's poem refers to what?
'Who is addressed' in the excerpt where the mind is led forward?
'Who is addressed' in the excerpt where the mind is led forward?
Man's mind should be led forward into ever widening what?
Man's mind should be led forward into ever widening what?
'The heaven of freedom' refers to what?
'The heaven of freedom' refers to what?
'Father' in Tagore's poem refers to whom?
'Father' in Tagore's poem refers to whom?
'Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake.' Here heaven of freedom refers to?
'Into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake.' Here heaven of freedom refers to?
The expression 'head is held high' indicates:
The expression 'head is held high' indicates:
A nation is broken up into fragments by narrow:
A nation is broken up into fragments by narrow:
Domestic walls are raised because of man's:
Domestic walls are raised because of man's:
The narrow domestic walls:
The narrow domestic walls:
By 'domestic walls', the poet means:
By 'domestic walls', the poet means:
Study Notes
Overview of the Poem
- "Where the Mind is Without Fear" is a poem by Rabindranath Tagore.
- It appears in the English version of Gitanjali.
Key Themes
- Emphasis on freedom of thought and expression.
- Exploration of the role of knowledge, advocating for a society free from superstition.
- The poet's vision for India, invoking a sense of national awakening and spiritual elevation.
Multiple Choice Questions
- The poet is Rabindranath Tagore.
- "Knowledge is free" signifies a liberation from superstition.
- The "country" referred to in the poem is India.
- The desire for truth to guide thoughts and actions is a central plea to God.
- "Tireless striving" conveys that the pursuit of perfection is ongoing.
- The comparison of reason to a "clear stream" symbolizes clarity in thought.
- "Dead habit" is likened to a desert, indicating a lack of vitality and progress.
Symbolism
- "Into that heaven of freedom" signifies a utopian vision for India.
- "Where the mind is without fear" represents an ideal state of mental liberation.
- "Narrow domestic walls" symbolize societal divisions caused by selfishness and prejudice.
Language and Style
- The use of metaphors conveys deeper meanings about societal issues and aspirations for unity.
- The invocation of "Father" symbolizes a divine figure representing hope and guidance.
Important Quotes
- "Where the mind is led forward by thee" reflects the relationship between the divine and human aspiration.
- "The heaven of freedom" captures the essence of the poet's dream for his country and people.
General Understanding
- Tagore's poem serves as a call to action for individuals and nations to strive towards self-realization and freedom from the constraints of fear and societal division.
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Test your knowledge of Rabindranath Tagore's famous poem 'Where The Mind Is Without Fear.' This quiz features multiple-choice questions about the poet, the poem's origins, and its significance. Perfect for students of literature and Tagore enthusiasts!
