Question

Which of the following is the closest description of the central argument of this passage:

• A. Manu Joseph's novel presents a scathing portrayal of Dalits
• B. Contemporary American literature is very cautious on politically correct representation of minorities
• C. The last two decades have witnessed the rise of a very vibrant Dalit literature
• D. Portrayal of Dalits by non-Dalits merely as passive victims has been the dominant norm in Indian literature, cinema and art

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Portrayal of Dalits by non-Dalits merely as passive victims has been the dominant norm in Indian literature, cinema and art

The closest description of the central argument of this passage is given in the last sentence of the second paragraph. "But in India, the sustained refusal to address issues related to caste in everyday life and the continued and unquestioned predominance of a Brahminical strangle hold over cultural production, have led us to a place where non-Dalit portrayal of Dalits in literature, cinema and art remains the norm." Then after, this theme is elaborated in the subsequent paragraphs. Therefore option (d) is the correct answer.