Class 11 English Unit 11: Writing Biography Language Development Section

 

Writing

a.      Write an essay on “Literature is the reflection of society.”

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Literature is the Reflection of Society

Literature serves as a mirror of society because it captures its values, struggles, and evolution. Writers draw inspiration from the world around them, portraying real-life issues like inequality, love, and war. Through stories, poems, and plays, literature preserves cultural traditions and historical events, allowing future generations to understand past societies.

Moreover, literature influences social change by highlighting injustices and inspiring reform. Books like Uncle Tom’s Cabin exposed the cruelty of slavery, while Orwell’s *1984* warned against totalitarianism. By reflecting societal flaws, literature encourages critical thinking and empathy, pushing readers to question norms and imagine a better world.

Finally, literature adapts with society, reflecting modern concerns like technology and climate change. From ancient epics to contemporary novels, it remains a timeless record of human experiences. As society evolves, so does literature, proving its role as both a product and a shaper of civilization.

b.     It is said that today’s reader is tomorrow’s leader. Do you agree with this statement? Explain.

In Nepal, literacy and reading habits directly shape future leaders. For example, Mahabir Pun, the visionary behind Nepal’s rural internet movement, credits his success to self-education through books. Similarly, Anuradha Koirala, founder of Maiti Nepal, used her education to combat human trafficking—inspired by literature on social justice.

Evidence shows Nepal’s students who read beyond textbooks (e.g., Gorkhapatra editorials, biographies like B.P. Koirala’s) develop critical thinking. A 2022 study by Kathmandu University linked extracurricular reading to 30% higher leadership roles in schools. Programs like Room to Read Nepal prove that early reading cultivates confidence—future leaders like young community organizers often emerge from such backgrounds.

Nepal’s history reinforces this: King Mahendra’s library shaped his policies, while modern entrepreneurs like Siddhant Raj Pandey (CEO of Business Oxygen) attribute strategic skills to biographies. Investing in libraries (e.g., Rato Bangala’s model) or campaigns like "Pustak Padhau, Desh Bachau" can nurture tomorrow’s leaders.

c.      Write a short biography of a national literary, artistic or historical figure you appreciate most.

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Parijat (1937–1993), born Bishnu Kumari Waiba, was a revolutionary Nepali poet and novelist. Best known for her novel Siris Ko Phul ("The Blue Mimosa"), she addressed themes of love, pain, and feminism in patriarchal Nepali society. A polio survivor, her works like Mahattahin ("The Fragile") reflected her struggles and resilience. Active in Nepal’s democratic movement, she co-founded the Ralfa literary movement, blending art with activism. Despite poor health, she wrote relentlessly, earning the Madan Puraskar (1965). Her poetry collections (Akansha, Paribhasit) remain iconic. Parijat’s raw, emotional style made her a voice of marginalized women, leaving a lasting legacy in Nepali literature.

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