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Uttar Pradesh Rajarshi Tandon Open University (UPRTOU)
Assignment for M. A. (English) Programme (IIIrd Semester)

Session: 2024-25
Program Name: MA English
Course Code: MAEN 113 (N)
Course Title: Indian English Literature (Poetry and Drama)

NOTE: All questions are compulsory
SECTION-A
Q.No. NOTE: Short answer type question (approx. 200 to 300 words)
1. What are the main themes in Indian English Literature?
2. How does poem “Sita” reflect Toru Dutta’s deep love for nature?
3. Write a short note on Tagore’s use of imagery in Gitanjali.
4. Attempt a short note on use of symbolism in “Savitri” by Sri Aurobindo.
5. What is the main theme of the poem “Dawn at Puri” by Jayant Mahapatra?
6. What is the moral purpose of the play “Hayavadana” by Girish Karnad?

SECTION- B
Q. No. NOTE: Long answer type question (approx. 500 to 800 words)
7. Critically analyse the poem “Indian Weavers” by Sarojini Naidu.
8. Discuss the plot construction technique in the play “Hayavadana” by Girish Karnad.
9. Give a critical estimate about art of characterisation in Mahesh Dattani’s Tara.