Which of the following statements about Binodini Dasi, a pioneering fi

Which of the following statements about Binodini Dasi, a pioneering figure in Bengali theatre in the late 19th-early 20th century, is/are correct?

  • 1. She was one of the prime movers behind the setting up of the Star Theatre (1883) in Calcutta.
  • 2. She serialized her autobiography Amar Katha (My Story) between 1910 and 1913.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2018
The correct answer is C) Both 1 and 2.
Both statements about Binodini Dasi are correct:
1. Binodini Dasi (Noti Binodini) was a pivotal figure in the development of Bengali theatre. She was indeed instrumental in the establishment of the Star Theatre in Calcutta in 1883. She contributed significantly to the fundraising efforts for the theatre.
2. Her autobiography is titled ‘Amar Katha’ (My Story). It was first serialized in the periodical ‘Probashi’ between 1910 and 1913 before being published as a book. It provides valuable insights into her life, career, and the theatre world of her time.
Binodini Dasi was a highly successful actress who pioneered realistic acting on the Bengali stage. She worked with famous theatre personalities like Girish Chandra Ghosh and fostered the growth of public theatres in Calcutta. Her autobiography is considered a significant work in Bengali literature and history.
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