Answer the question on the basis of the prose passage. "Maila Anchal" is a…
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Answer the question on the basis of the prose passage.
"Maila Anchal" is a representative regional novel in Hindi, and for this reason its subject matter generally contains almost all the features found in any regional novel. In a regional novel, the setting that is taken up includes, in full detail, all the possible aspects of life of that time and place, and all the possible faces of those aspects. Maila Anchal also carries such subject matter. In Maila Anchal, the detailed and comprehensive story of the village of "Meriganj" has been presented in such a way that the aim is to bring to light the problems of the region, although this aim is blended into the creative process. The novel gives a deep portrayal of both the beauty and the ugliness of the region. It also depicts casteism, bureaucracy, opportunistic politics, and the hypocrisy of monasteries and ashrams. Renu ji's Maila Anchal is distinct at both the levels of content and craft. It presents rural life in a new narrative form. Its greatest feature is that its hero is not an individual; rather, the entire region itself is its hero. Another major point is that, in this novel written against the background of Mithilanchal, the special language of that region has been used extensively, and this use is so meaningful that it presents before the reader, with complete authenticity, the desires and aspirations, customs, festivals, and ways of thinking of the people there.
State the meaning of the word 'ईर्ष्या'.
- A.
चुभन (pricking pain/sting)
- B.
दुःख (sorrow/pain)
- C.
जलन (jealousy/burning envy)
- D.
संताप (deep anguish/torment)
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Correct answer: C
Concept: In synonym/word-meaning questions, the core sense of the given word must be identified and matched with the option that expresses exactly the same sense. 'ईर्ष्या' is a Sanskrit-derived word meaning the feeling of envy, resentment, and unease that arises in the mind on seeing another person’s progress, happiness, or prosperity.
Application: Among the given options, 'जलन' expresses this sense most precisely, because a jealous person inwardly 'burns' on seeing another person’s welfare or success; that is, envy arises in the person’s mind. In Hindi, 'ईर्ष्या' and 'जलन' are used as synonyms, for example: 'मित्र की सफलता देखकर उसे जलन होने लगी।'
Check: Now confirm the remaining options: 'चुभन' denotes physical or mental pain caused by something sharp or piercing; 'दुःख' denotes general sorrow or suffering; and 'संताप' denotes deep mental anguish or remorse. None of these contains the specific sense of 'envy arising on seeing another person’s welfare,' so they are not synonyms.