literature medium True/False

Kamala Markandaya's 'Nectar in a Sieve' was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in its inaugural year, 1969.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: False

'Nectar in a Sieve' was published in 1954, long before the Booker Prize was established in 1969. It was, however, an ALA Notable Book and a massive bestseller.

Topic Indian English Literature
Exam Relevance SSC CGL, UPSC Prelims