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Indian literary classics: Who authored the famous novel "Anandamath"? Note: Often spelled "Anandmath" in older references; the standard transliteration is "Anandamath". Choose the correct author.

Q: Indian literary classics: Who authored the famous novel "Anandamath"? Note: Often spelled "Anandmath" in older references; the standard transliteration is "Anandamath". Choose the correct author.

Explanation Anandamath was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee. It includes the iconic hymn "Vande Mataram". Common pitfalls Confusing with works by Tagore or Saratchandra; their major novels are different.

Difficulty: Easy

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Rabindranath Tagore
Saratchandra Chattopadhyay
Premchand
R. C. Dutt

Correct Answer: Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

Explanation:

Explanation
Anandamath was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee. It includes the iconic hymn "Vande Mataram".

Common pitfalls

Confusing with works by Tagore or Saratchandra; their major novels are different.

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