GS PrelimsHistory (Modern India)Peasant Movements1999

Which one of the following statements is correct?

A

'Neel Darpan' was a play based on the exploitation of the indigo farmers

B

The author of the play 'Ghashiram Kotwal' is Vijay Tendulkar

C

The play 'Navanna' by Nabin Chandra Das was based on the famine of Bengal

D

Urdu theatre used to depend heavily on Parsi theatre

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

1. Statement (A): 'Neel Darpan' was indeed a play written by Dinabandhu Mitra depicting the exploitation of indigo farmers by British planters. This statement is correct. 2. Statement (B): The play 'Ghashiram Kotwal' was written by Vijay Tendulkar. This statement is correct. 3. Statement (C): The play 'Navanna' (Nabanna) was written by Bijon Bhattacharya and was based on the Bengal famine of 1943. The statement attributes it to Nabin Chandra Das, which is incorrect. 4. Statement (D): Urdu theatre, particularly in its early professional stages, was significantly influenced by and often dependent on Parsi theatre companies and styles. This statement is generally considered correct. 5. The question asks which statement is correct. Since statements (A), (B), and (D) are correct, there might be an issue with the question or options provided, as typically only one option should be correct in this format. However, official keys often pick one intended answer. Let's re-evaluate. (A) is definitively correct and historically significant. (B) is factually correct. (D) is also largely correct in historical context. If forced to choose the single *most* recognized or direct connection often tested, 'Neel Darpan' and indigo farmers (A) is a very common historical point. Alternatively, if the question seeks any correct statement, and multiple are correct, the question is flawed. Based on common UPSC question patterns focusing on major historical events/works, (A) is a strong candidate for the intended answer. Let's assume (A) is the intended correct answer.

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