Previous Year Question
Which of the following (Poetess–Compositions) is not correctly matched?
Sahajobai — Sahaj Prakash
Son Kumari — Poem of Swarn Beli
Daya Bai — Vinay Malika
Gangabai — Ganesh Dev Leela
Correct Answer: D
Detailed Solution
Gangabai is incorrectly matched with “Ganesh Dev Leela.” Gangabai’s poetry primarily concerns devotion to Krishna and Krishna’s divine activities. Her verses describe Krishna in his childhood and youthful forms.
Her compositions include themes such as Krishna’s cradle, the sixth-day celebration, Radhashtami greetings, the offering of toll or tribute, and the Rasa dance. Thus, devotion to Krishna is the principal basis for identifying the subject matter of her poetry.
“Sahaj Prakash” is a major work of Sahajobai. Her poetry emphasises the greatness of the guru, devotion, spiritual practice and spiritual knowledge. Therefore, Sahajobai–Sahaj Prakash is a correctly matched pair.
“Dayabodh” and “Vinay Malika” are mentioned among Dayabai’s works. Her poetry expresses ideas related to devotion, knowledge and yoga. Therefore, Dayabai–Vinay Malika is also correctly matched.