SHARADINDU BANDYOPADHYAY, 9th WB page 155
Mcqs.
What was Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay famous for?
A) Writing historical fiction
B) Creating the fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi
C) Directing Bengali cinema
D) Writing plays and screenplays
In which year did Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay start writing Byomkesh stories?
A) 1922
B) 1932
C) 1942
D) 1952
How many Byomkesh stories did Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay write?
A) 15
B) 25
C) 32
D) 40
What does Byomkesh Bakshi identify himself as?
A) Detective
B) Spy
C) Satyanweshi
D) Police Inspector
Which character narrates most of the Byomkesh stories?
A) Byomkesh Bakshi
B) Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay
C) Ajit Bandhopadhyay
D) Satyanweshi
What does "Satyanweshi" mean?
A) Truth seeker
B) Detective
C) Crime solver
D) Mystery solver
Besides Byomkesh stories, what other form of prose did Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay write?
A) Novels only
B) Short stories only
C) Plays and screenplays only
D) Novels, short stories, plays, and screenplays
How old was Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay when he started writing Byomkesh stories?
A) 22
B) 33
C) 44
D) 55
What does Byomkesh Bakshi prioritize over the law?
A) Money
B) Truth
C) Power
D) Fame
How is Byomkesh Bakshi different from other legendary detectives like Hercule Poirot or Sherlock Holmes?
A) He is less intelligent
B) He is more concerned with the law
C) He is more concerned with truth than with the law
D) He is a supernatural being
Which aspect of Byomkesh Bakshi's character makes him stand out from other fictional detectives?
A) His exceptional deductive reasoning skills
B) His reliance on forensic science
C) His moral ambiguity
D) His disregard for the law
How does Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay's portrayal of Byomkesh Bakshi reflect societal values and norms of his time?
A) Byomkesh adheres strictly to traditional customs and beliefs
B) Byomkesh challenges societal norms and conventions
C) Byomkesh represents the idealized image of a perfect gentleman
D) Byomkesh is portrayed as a corrupt and dishonest individual
In what ways do Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay's historical fiction stories contribute to a deeper understanding of Indian history and culture?
A) They present historical events accurately without any fictional elements
B) They offer a fictionalized perspective on historical events, shedding light on societal issues and cultural nuances
C) They romanticize historical figures and events, distorting the truth
D) They ignore historical context altogether, focusing solely on entertainment
How does the character of Ajit Bandhopadhyay contribute to the narrative structure of the Byomkesh stories?
A) He serves as a sidekick, providing comic relief
B) He challenges Byomkesh's deductions, leading to a more complex investigation
C) He acts as a mere observer, with no significant impact on the plot
D) He represents the voice of reason, guiding Byomkesh towards the truth
What themes or messages can readers glean from Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay's supernatural stories?
A) The existence of supernatural forces in the world
B) The importance of skepticism and critical thinking
C) The power of superstition and belief
D) The futility of rational explanations in the face of the unknown
1. Answer: B) Creating the fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi 2. Answer: B) 1932 3. Answer: C) 32 4. Answer: C) Satyanweshi 5. Answer: C) Ajit Bandhopadhyay 6. Answer: A) Truth seeker 7. Answer: D) Novels, short stories, plays, and screenplays 8. Answer: B) 33 9. Answer: B) Truth 10. Answer: C) He is more concerned with truth than with the law 11. Answer: C) His moral ambiguity 12. Answer: B) Byomkesh challenges societal norms and conventions 13. Answer: B) They offer a fictionalized perspective on historical events, shedding light on societal issues and cultural nuances 14. Answer: D) He represents the voice of reason, guiding Byomkesh towards the truth 15. Answer: B) The importance of skepticism and critical thinking
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