Which of the following novels has the theme of freedom of Muslim Women?
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A.
Sunlight on a Broken Column
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B.
In Custody
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C.
Dark Holds No Terror
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D.
The Shadow Lines
Correct Answer:
A. Sunlight on a Broken Column
Explanation:
The correct answer is Sunlight on a Broken Column. Attia Hosain's 1961 novel explore the struggle for independence and self-expression among Muslim women in a traditional talaqdari household during the Indian independence movement. The protagonist, Laila, navigates the restrictive social norms and purdah system of her upbringing, representing the broader quest for individual freedom and female agency amidst the shifting political and social landscape of pre-Partition India.
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