Contemporary fiction: Name the author of the controversial novel ‘‘The Satanic Verses’’. Full question: The book ‘‘Satanic Verses’’ was written by which author of Indian origin? Choose the correct option.

FactSalman Rushdie authored The Satanic Verses (1988), a landmark work in postmodern literature.

NotesThe novel drew worldwide attention and controversy; however, as a GK item the author attribution is straightforward.

Final AnswerSalman Rushdie.