Who among the following is associated with ‘Songs from Prison’, a translation of ancient India religious lyrics in English?
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2021 Prelims]
(a) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
(b) Jawaharlal Nehru
(c) Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
(d) Sarojini Naidu
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
During his imprisonment in Yeravda Prison in 1930, Gandhi translated Sanskrit hymns and lyrics from the Upanishads and other scriptures into a book titled ‘Songs from Prison’. John S. Hoyland was the co-editor of this book.
Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.