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.

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