The Mirchchakatika Quiz
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What is the primary genre of 'The Mirchchakatika'?

  • Tragedy
  • Romantic comedy (correct)
  • Epic poem
  • Adventure fiction
  • 'The Mirchchakatika' is attributed to the famous playwright Kalidasa.

    False

    What is the significance of the character Charudatta in 'The Mirchchakatika'?

    Charudatta represents the ideal hero who faces socio-economic challenges and moral dilemmas.

    'The Mirchchakatika' is set in the city of __________.

    <p>Ujjain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their roles in 'The Mirchchakatika':

    <p>Charudatta = Protagonist and idealist Vasantaka = Charudatta's loyal friend Manjula = The courtesan and love interest Samsthanaka = The antagonist and royal official</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Genre

    • 'The Mirchchakatika' is considered a romantic drama.

    Author

    • 'The Mirchchakatika' is attributed to Kalidasa, a famous Indian playwright.

    Significance of Charudatta

    • Charudatta is the protagonist of 'The Mirchchakatika' and a noble but impoverished Brahmin who is deeply in love with Vasantasena.

    Setting

    • 'The Mirchchakatika' is set in the city of Ujjain, the ancient capital of the Avanti kingdom in India.

    Characters and Their Roles

    • Charudatta: The noble and impoverished Brahmin, the main character.
    • Vasantasena: A courtesan and the love interest of Charudatta.
    • Shakuni: A cunning and manipulative character who is motivated by jealousy and greed.
    • Arthasastra: An unscrupulous merchant who exploits others for his own gain.
    • Madhyama: An envious woman who desires to disrupt the relationship between Vasantasena and Charudatta.
    • Sankalpa: Vasantasena's faithful maid, who helps to resolve conflicts.

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    Test your knowledge on 'The Mirchchakatika', a classic play by Kalidasa. This quiz covers the primary genre, character significance, and setting of the story. Explore the roles of different characters to enhance your understanding of this literary work.

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