Arun Kolatkar Quiz : 15 MCQs

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Arun Kolatkar Quiz : Arun Kolatkar, one of India’s most iconic modern poets, is known for his experimental style and profound imagery that captures the essence of Indian culture and life. Born in 1932 in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, Kolatkar wrote in both Marathi and English, bridging cultural and linguistic boundaries. His poetry explores themes of spirituality, urbanization, and the complexities of modern existence, often blending humor and irony.

Kolatkar’s seminal work Jejuri (1976) won the Commonwealth Poetry Prize in 1977 and is widely regarded as a masterpiece of modern Indian English poetry. The collection vividly portrays a pilgrimage site in Maharashtra, juxtaposing spirituality with mundane realities. Other notable works include Kala Ghoda Poems (2004), Sarpa satra, and his Marathi collection Bhijki Vahi.

This quiz of 15 multiple-choice questions is designed specifically for RPSC 2nd Grade English aspirants. It not only tests your knowledge of Arun Kolatkar’s life and works but also deepens your understanding of his poetic style and contributions to Indian literature.

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Arun Kolatkar Quiz

Welcome to  Arun Kolatkar Quiz

1. Where was Arun Kolatkar born?

2. What was Kolatkar's professional background before becoming a full-time poet?

3. Which work won the Commonwealth Poetry Prize in 1977?

4. In how many languages did Kolatkar primarily write?

5. Which European artistic movement significantly influenced Kolatkar's early Marathi poetry?

6. How many poems are in the "Jejuri" collection?

7. In which year was "Arun Kolatkarchya Kavita" published?

8. What is the primary theme of "Kala Ghoda Poems"?

9. Which mythological epic is the basis for "Sarpa Satra"?

10. Which Marathi saint-poets influenced Kolatkar?

11. What is unique about the poems in "Jejuri"?

12. Which collection depicts a tourist's journey from the Gateway of India?

13. What was unique about Kolatkar's approach to poetry?

14. Which global poets significantly influenced Kolatkar?

15. What thematic range characterized Kolatkar's poetry?


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