Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Autobiography of an Unknown Indian is the collective memoir of ____________.

Options:

Nirad C Chaudhuri

Vikram Seth

Salman Rushdie

Amitav Ghosh

Correct Answer:

Nirad C Chaudhuri

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) - Nirad C Chaudhuri

"Autobiography of an Unknown Indian" is a memoir written by Nirad C. Chaudhuri, an Indian writer and scholar. Published in 1951, the book provides a vivid account of Chaudhuri's life and experiences, spanning his childhood in colonial India to his adulthood during the early years of independence. Through rich prose and insightful reflections, Chaudhuri offers a deeply personal exploration of Indian society, culture, politics, and history. The memoir is celebrated for its literary quality and its candid portrayal of the complexities of Indian identity and the colonial experience.