Question

Which of the shorter selections deal directly and explicitly with India's independence from Britain?

a) "Background, Casually" by S. Naipaul.
b) "The Great Indian Railway Bazaar" by Paul Theroux.
c) "When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine" by Jhumpa Lahiri.
d) "The Union of Indian States" by V. S. Naipaul.

Answer 1

The shorter selections that deal directly with India's independence from Britain are “Background, Casually” by S. Naipaul and “The Union of Indian States” by V. S. Naipaul.

Step-by-step explanation:

The shorter selections that deal directly and explicitly with India's independence from Britain are:

1. “Background, Casually” by S. Naipaul: This selection discusses the Indian National Congress supporting a boycott of British-made goods and government schools, as well as acts of anti-British terrorism.
2. “The Union of Indian States” by V. S. Naipaul: This selection talks about the British turning government operations over to Indians via the Government of India Act in 1935, which was an important step toward more autonomy for India.
3. “The Great Indian Railway Bazaar” by Paul Theroux: This selection does not directly deal with India's independence from Britain.
4. “When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine” by Jhumpa Lahiri: This selection does not directly deal with India's independence from Britain.