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[#511] Who is regarded as the Pioneer of the Kafi form of Punjabi Poetry ?
Correct Answer
(C) Shah Hussain
Explanation
Solution: Shah Hussain was a 16 th century Punjabi Sufi poet from Lahore. He is regarded as a pioneer of the Kafi form of Punjabi poetry. He was also known as Madho Lal Hussain. Hussain's poetry consists entirely of short poems known as Kafis.
[#512] Which of the following is also called Shakespeare of the Punjabi language because of his great poetic story 'Heer Ranjha'?
Correct Answer
(B) Waris Shah
Explanation
Solution: Waris Shah main composition include Heer Ranjha. He is honoured as the Shakespeare of Punjab because of this love story. This story is based on the traditional folk tale of Heer and her love Ranjha.
[#513] 'Mahan Kosh' - the Sikh Encyclopedia was written by :
Correct Answer
(B) Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha
Explanation
Solution: Bhai Kahn Singh Nabha works and compositions include Gurushabad Ratanakar Mahan Kosh (known as Sikh Encyclopedia), Raj Dharam, Natak Bhavarth Dipika, Ham Hindu Nahin, Gurmat Prabhakar, Gurmat Sudhakar, Guru Chand Divakar, Guru Sabad Alankar, Guru Gira Kasauti, Visnu Purana, Sadu and Chandi di Var.
[#514] Who is the creator of Modern Punjabi literature?
Correct Answer
(C) Bhai Vir Singh
Explanation
Solution: Bhai Vir Singh is acknowledged as the creator of Modern Punjabi literature. In 1892, he set up a lithograph press and began printing textbooks for schools. He actively took part in the Singh Sabha Movement and launched the Khalsa Tract Society in 1894.
[#515] 'Chitta Lahu' and 'Ikk Mian do Talwara' are written by ........ .
Correct Answer
(B) Nanak Singh
Explanation
Solution: Nanak Singh's works and compositions include Chitta Lahu, Fauludi Phul, Kagtan di Beri, Piar di Duniya, Dhundle Parchaven, Love Marriage, Garib di Duniya, Adh Khiriaphul, Pavittar Papi, Jivan Sangram, Tutti Vina, Ganga Jal Vich Shavab, Dur Kinara, Khun de Sohile, Agg di khed, Katti Hoi Patang, Suman Kanta, Adam Khor, Ikk Mian do Talwara, Khooni Visakhi.