Chronologically arrange the fictional writings of R.K. Narayan in order of their publication?
A. The Vendor of Sweets
B. The Bachelor of Arts
C. The English Teacher
D. The Guide
E. The Financial Expert
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is C

The correct chronological order of R.K. Narayan’s works is:
1. B. The Bachelor of Arts (1937)
2. C. The English Teacher (1945)
3. E. The Financial Expert (1952)
4. D. The Guide (1958)
5. A. The Vendor of Sweets (1967)
Information Booster:
1. The Bachelor of Arts: Explores the coming-of-age of a young man in Malgudi.
2. The English Teacher: A semi-autobiographical novel reflecting personal loss and self-discovery.
3. The Financial Expert: Follows a shrewd moneylender’s rise and fall in Malgudi.
4. The Guide: Examines transformation, spirituality, and societal expectations.
5. The Vendor of Sweets: Focuses on generational conflict and identity within a changing society.