What is the title of the poetry collection by Michael Madhusudan Dutt, published in 1849, that narrates the story of Prithviraj Chauhan?​

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) The Captive Lady

Explanation:

• Michael Madhusudan Dutt (1824–1873) was a prominent Bengali poet and dramatist, often credited with pioneering the use of blank verse in Bengali literature.
• In 1849, he published his famous English poetry collection “The Captive Lady”, which narrates the legendary story of Prithviraj Chauhan and his love for Princess Sanyogita.
• The work reflects his early phase of writing in English before he fully shifted to Bengali literature, where he made his most significant contributions.
• “The Captive Lady” blends Indian historical themes with the Western epic style, showcasing Dutt’s literary experimentation and deep interest in Indian history and legends.

Information Booster:

• Dutt is best remembered for introducing amitrakshar chhanda (blank verse) in Bengali poetry.
• His Bengali epic “Meghnad Badh Kavya”, based on the Ramayana but written from Ravana’s perspective, is considered his masterpiece.
• He was one of the first modern Bengali poets to incorporate European literary styles into Indian themes.