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गज़ल

CBSE · Class 11 · Hindi

Flashcards for गज़ल — CBSE Class 11 Hindi. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Poet Biography

Who is Dushyant Kumar and what is his contribution to Hindi literature?

Answer

Dushyant Kumar (1933-1975) was a Hindi poet born in Rajpur Navada village, UP. He is credited with establishing the ghazal form in Hindi literature. His major works include 'Saaye Mein Dhoop', 'Surya

Card 2Literary Form

Define 'Ghazal' and explain its structural characteristics.

Answer

Ghazal is a poetic form where each couplet (sher) is complete and independent in meaning. Key features: 1) No fixed sequence needed 2) Unity through rhyme scheme (tuk ka nirvah) 3) Unity through mood/

Card 3Theme Analysis

What is the central theme of Dushyant Kumar's ghazal 'Kahan to tay tha chiraagan...'?

Answer

The central theme revolves around disillusionment with the existing socio-political system and the search for alternatives. The poet expresses rejection of current conditions and validates the quest f

Card 4Literary Devices

Analyze the symbolism in 'चिराग' (chirag) used in the first sher.

Answer

चिराग (lamp/light) symbolizes hope, prosperity, and enlightenment. In the first sher, 'चिरागाँ हरेक घर के लिए' (lamps for every home) represents the promise of development for all, while 'चिराग मयस्सर

Card 5Literary Analysis

What does 'यहाँ दरख्तों के साये में धूप लगती है' mean and what literary device is used?

Answer

This line means 'here even the shade of trees feels like sunlight' - indicating a paradoxical situation where even places meant for comfort are uncomfortable. The literary device used is 'विरोधाभास' (

Card 6Social Commentary

Explain the socio-economic commentary in 'न हो कमीज तो पाँवों से पेट ढंक लेंगे'.

Answer

This sher reflects extreme poverty and adaptability of the poor. 'If there's no shirt, we'll cover our stomach with our feet' shows the resourcefulness born of desperation. The poet comments on how th

Card 7Philosophy

What is the significance of 'खुदा नहीं, न सही, आदमी का ख्वाब सही' in the ghazal?

Answer

This sher expresses that even if God doesn't exist, human dreams do. It shows the poet's humanistic philosophy - placing faith in human aspirations over divine intervention. The line suggests that hum

Card 8Conflict Theme

Interpret 'वे मुतमइन हैं कि पत्थर पिघल नहीं सकता, मैं बेकरार हूँ आवाज में असर के लिए'.

Answer

This sher contrasts two attitudes: 'They' are confident that stones cannot melt (rigid systems cannot change), while 'I' am restless for my voice to have impact. It represents the conflict between tho

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