Question

Buck had visited India................ (Choose the correct option)

• A. to see the Taj Mahal
• B. to see the Jama Masjid
• C. to meet Gandhiji
• D. to see and listen to two groups of Indian people

Hint:

G.B. Buck’s essays often reveal cross-cultural observations and his interest in understanding Indian spirituality and lifestyle.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the context.
This question refers to “The English and the Indians” by G.B. Buck. In this essay, Buck describes his visit to India and his observations about the Indian way of life and communication.
Step 2: Key observation.
Buck did not come to India to visit tourist spots or historical monuments. His main interest was to understand Indian culture and observe the diverse expressions, discussions, and interactions among different groups of people.
Step 3: Analyzing the options.
- (a) and (b): Both relate to monuments, not Buck’s intention.
- (c): Buck was not here to meet Gandhiji personally.
- (d): Correct — Buck came to observe and listen to two groups of Indian people, highlighting his curiosity about Indian thought and traditions.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, Buck’s visit to India was intellectual and observational in nature.