Model Paper 1
1. Objective Questions:
a) Who is the author of the novel 'Godan'?
i. Premchand
ii. Amrita Pritam
iii. Mohan Rakesh
iv. Dharamvir Bharati
b) Which literary movement is associated with the works of Jaishankar Prasad?
i. Progressive Writers' Movement
ii. Chhayavaad
iii. Prayogvad
iv. Naye Parivartan
c) What is the name of the protagonist in 'Malgudi Days'?
i. Swami
ii. Raju
iii. Vasu
iv. Shankar
2. Short Answer Questions:
a) Briefly explain the concept of 'Anubhooti' in Hindi poetry.
b) Write a short note on the life and works of Munshi Premchand.
c) Describe the major themes explored in 'Godan'.
3. Long Answer Questions:
a) Critically analyze the portrayal of women in 'Malgudi Days'.
b) Discuss the literary significance of Chhayavaad in the history of Hindi literature.
c) Compare and contrast the writing styles of Premchand and Amrita Pritam.
Model Paper 2
1. Objective Questions:
a) Who is known as the 'Father of Hindi Poetry'?
i. Tulsidas
ii. Surdas
iii. Kabirdas
iv. Jaishankar Prasad
b) Which of the following is not a form of Hindi poetry?
i. Ghazal
ii. Nazm
iii. Kavita
iv. Novel
c) What is the term for a collection of poetic verses in Hindi?
i. Divan
ii. Sandarbha
iii. Sangrah
iv. Samalochana
2. Short Answer Questions:
a) Briefly explain the concept of 'Chhand' in Hindi poetry.
b) Write a short note on the life and works of Harivansh Rai Bachchan.
c) Describe the major themes explored in 'Madhushala'.
3. Long Answer Questions:
a) Critically analyze the use of symbolism in 'Madhushala'.
b) Discuss the literary significance of Progressive Writers' Movement in the history of Hindi literature.
c) Compare and contrast the writing styles of Tulsidas and Kabirdas.
Model Paper 3
1. Objective Questions:
a) Which of the following is a major work of Bhisham Sahni?
i. Tamas
ii. Madhushala
iii. Godan
iv. Gunahon ka Devta
b) What is the name of the fictional town in 'Malgudi Days'?
i. Malgudi
ii. Banaras
iii. Allahabad
iv. Lucknow
c) Who wrote the play 'Andha Yug'?
i. Dharamvir Bharati
ii. Mohan Rakesh
iii. Girish Karnad
iv. Vijay Tendulkar
2. Short Answer Questions:
a) Briefly explain the concept of 'Abhinavta' in Hindi literature.
b) Write a short note on the life and works of Phanishwarnath Renu.
c) Describe the major themes explored in 'Maila Aanchal'.
3. Long Answer Questions:
a) Critically analyze the depiction of social inequality in 'Maila Aanchal'.
b) Discuss the literary significance of Prayogvad in the history of Hindi literature.
c) Compare and contrast the writing styles of Phanishwarnath Renu and Bhisham Sahni.
Note: These model papers provide a general outline and may not cover all the topics or authors studied in the Hindi course offered by Madras University Distance Education. Consult your course materials, study guide, or instructor for complete information on the syllabus and examination format.