The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

 This task given by Prof. Dr Dilip Barad sir.

The MINISTRY of UTMOST HAPPINESS

Arundhati Roy

1) Read -  The Reader’s Digest Book of English Grammar and Comprehension for Very Young Children By S. Tilottama - Give answers to the questions asked regarding any three stories. Questions are given at the end of each story.

💥Frist Story (The Old Man & His Son)

1.Why did the villagers cry more for the shambling wreck?

👉The villager cry more for the shambling wreck because Ahmed Ganai was killed.

2. Why did the wreck shamble?

👉Wreck Shamble because his boy was killed.

💥News

Why did the cattle cross the LoC?

C. Neither of the above

💥The Careerist

Who did the boy expect to be killed by ?

A. The Army

💥The Nobel Prize Winner

Q.1 Why was Mattoo shot?

A. because he was a Hindu

Q.2 Who could the unknown gunman have been?

A . Islamist militant who thought all kafirs should be killed

2) Three points mentioned in the photo of board-work.

1. List of Character

Mulakat Ali 

Jahanara Begam

Aftab or Anjum

Temujn

Changez khan

Brote Khatum

Hazrat Sarmad

Kulsoom Bi 

Bombay silk

Mary

Gudija Bulbul

Bismillah (Bimla)

Razia

Nimmo

Abhay Chand

Saeeda

Ziauddin - Blind imam

Zainab - a baby

Zakir mia 

Gupta

Saddam Hussein ( Daya Chand)

Biplab Dasgupta 

Chitra 

Rabia

Amia 

Captain Amrik Singh

lovleen singh (Wife)

ACP Pinky Sodhi

Balbir Sodhi

S. Tilottama Nagraj Hariharan

Musa Yeswi

Arifa (wife)

Jebeen( daughter)

Khadija Aijaz

Jebeen the second

Revathy ( comrade)

Udaya (Maase)

Dr. Azad Bhartiya 

Jalil Qadri 

2.Summary

"The Ministry of Utmost Happiness" is a novel by Arundhati Roy that tells the story of several characters living in India, primarily in Delhi and Kashmir. The novel is structured non-linearly, with multiple storylines and flashbacks that interconnect throughout the book.

The main protagonist of the story is Anjum, a transgender woman who was born as Aftab. Anjum runs a guesthouse in Delhi that becomes a central meeting point for the other characters. She meets Tilo, a former student activist, who becomes her close friend and confidante. Musa, a Kashmiri militant, is introduced through Tilo's story and becomes her love interest. Saddam Hussein, a young boy, becomes friends with Tilo and Anjum and accompanies them on their journeys.

The novel is also concerned with the conflict in Kashmir. Musa's story represents the struggle for independence and autonomy that has been going on in Kashmir for decades. Anjum's own journey takes her to Kashmir, where she encounters a group of women who have been raped and tortured by the Indian army. The stories of these women are woven into the larger narrative of the novel, highlighting the pervasive violence and injustice that is inflicted upon the people of Kashmir.

Throughout the novel, there are many flashbacks and stories that provide context for the characters' experiences and motivations. The narrative structure of the book is intentionally fragmented, reflecting the disjointed experiences of the characters and the broader political landscape of India. The nonlinear structure also allows Roy to explore different themes and ideas in a nonlinear fashion, highlighting the complexity and interconnectedness of the characters' lives.

In addition to the themes of gender identity, love, and political activism, "The Ministry of Utmost Happiness" also explores the intersections of class, religion, and caste in Indian society. Anjum's experiences as a hijra (transgender) person highlight the ways in which marginalization and discrimination intersect with other forms of social inequality. Tilo's story, meanwhile, highlights the ways in which religion and caste can be used to divide people and perpetuate oppression.

The novel concludes with a sense of hope and resilience, with the characters continuing to fight for justice and dignity in the face of overwhelming odds. While the issues explored in the novel are complex and often bleak, Roy ultimately suggests that there is hope for change, as long as people are willing to continue the struggle for justice and freedom. Overall, "The Ministry of Utmost Happiness" is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the complexities of life in contemporary India.

3.Fact and Fiction

Mr. Aggarwal    🠆                     Arvind Kejriwal

Trapped Rabbit 🠆                     Manmohan Singh 

Gujarat's Beloved (Lalla)  🠆     Narendra Modi

Lisping Poet Prime Minister 🠆   Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Tubby old Gandhian 🠆                Anna Hazare

Gujrat Riots 2002  🠆                  In the novel Anjum and Zakir Mian travel to                                                                       Ahmedabad, Gujarat during 2002 Riots in reaction to                                                       Godhra train coach burning in which 56 pilgrims died.

Una Case 🠆                               In the novel Saddam Hussein (Daya Chand) refers to                                                          Una flogging of  Dalit - chamars by Cow - Vigilantes.

3) Write about any one theme or character of the novel with the help of Chat OpenAI GPT. Ask to Chat GPT and put screenshot as well as copy-paste the answer generated by this response generator.

Petals of Blood

 

Summary of Chapter 1

1.Munira had come from a vigil on the mountain when the police come for him, saying he is wanted at the Ilmorog police station for questioning about recent murders.

2. Abdulla is also approached, and he is locked in a cell at the station.

3. Wanja is at the hospital and a doctor says the police cannot see her because she is delirious.

4. Karega is asleep when the police come and bring him to the station. People gather outside, thinking he is in trouble for last night’s decision to strike, but the police say it is about murder.

5. The headline reads that Mzigo, Chui, and Kimeria, African directors of the Theng’eta Breweries and Enterprises Ltd., were burnt to death last night, and murder is suspected.

Revolution 2020

Chetan Bhagat 

🠊 Chetan Bhagat (born on 22 April,1974).

🠊 He grew up in Delhi in a Punjabi family in an uncertain home environment where his parents used to fight a lot. His father, an army officer, was very strict and he wasn’t allowed to watch television or films. 

🠊 So, Chetan and his brother used to make up movie stories and perhaps that’s where this tact of writing all sprangup. 

🠊 Bhagat attended Army Public School (1978-1991), Dhaula Kuan, New Delhi. 

🠊 He studied Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi (1991-1995), and then studied at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmadabad (1995-1997).

Chetan Bhagat is the author of blockbuster novels 

Five Point Someone (2004) 

One Night @ the Call Center (2005)

The 3 Mistakes Of My Life (2008) 

2 States (2009)

Revolution 2020 (2011)

Half Girlfriend (2014)

One Indian Girl (2016) 

The Girl In Room 105 (2018)

One Arranged Murder (2020). 

All nine books have remained best sellers since their release. He now brings you his latest novel, 400 Days, a thriller that will keep you hooked until the end.

R Ǝ𝑽O⅃ ution Twenty 20

1) Social realism in the novel ?

⮞The novel is social realism, which is a style of writing that aims to portray the lives of ordinary people in a realistic and often critical manner. The novel portrays the corruption, casteism and the political scenario of India and how it affects the lives of the common people. The novel also explores the impact of the rising tide of technology and globalization on Indian society.

2) Significance of the title 'Revolution Twenty20'?

⮞The title "Revolution Twenty20" likely refers to a revolution or significant change happening within the context of the sport of cricket, specifically in relation to the Twenty20 format of the game. Twenty20 is a shorter, more fast-paced version of cricket that has become increasingly popular in recent years. The term "revolution" suggests that this change is significant and transformative. It could refer to a change in the way the game is played, new rules, or a different approach to the sport. Without more information, it is difficult to say for certain what the specific significance of the title is.

3) Do you think that an opportunity of a good novel is wasted because the story is told from Gopal's perspective? Can it be better if narrated from Raghav or Aarti's perspective? How would it be better if it was narrated from Raghav or Aarti's perspective?

⮞In the novel Revolution 2020 by Chetan Bhagat, the story is primarily told from the perspective of Gopal. However, it is possible that telling the story from Raghav or Aarti's perspective could provide different insights and offer a more comprehensive understanding of their motivations and experiences.

If the story were to be narrated from Raghav's perspective, readers would get an inside look at his struggles and aspirations as a journalist and his conflict with corruption in the education system. This perspective could add depth to the character and provide readers with a more in-depth understanding of the themes of corruption and social injustice that the novel explores.

Similarly, if the story were to be narrated from Aarti's perspective, readers could get a better understanding of the emotional struggles and pressures she faces as a young woman in a conservative society. This perspective could also provide a deeper insight into the themes of love, ambition, and sacrifice that are prevalent in the novel.

However, it is essential to note that the choice of the perspective depends on the author's intention and the story's objective. Telling the story from a different character's perspective may not necessarily make it better, as the author may have had specific reasons for choosing a particular character's viewpoint.

In conclusion, while telling the story from a different character's perspective could provide different insights and depth, it ultimately depends on the author's intention and the story's objective.