Which of the following are poems by Nissim Ezekiel that make fun of Indians’ use of English?

A. “Goodbye Party for Miss Pushpa T.S.”
B. “Philosophy”
C. “Very Indian Poem in Indian English”
D. “Jewish Wedding in Bombay”
E. “Poet, Lover, Birdwatcher”

Correct option is A

Explanation:

Nissim Ezekiel’s humor and satire regarding Indian English are evident in two key poems:

1. “Goodbye Party for Miss Pushpa T.S.”: This poem humorously portrays the quirks of Indian English in a farewell speech. Ezekiel captures the idiosyncrasies and grammatical peculiarities of the way English is spoken in India.
2. “Very Indian Poem in Indian English”: This poem also critiques and parodies the distinctive features of Indianized English, often highlighting linguistic errors in a playful tone.

Information Booster:

1. Ezekiel's poems like “Goodbye Party for Miss Pushpa T.S.” and “Very Indian Poem in Indian English” are iconic for their satirical take on Indian English.
2. His humor is subtle and exposes linguistic peculiarities without malice, adding charm to his critique.
3. These works reflect Ezekiel's broader commentary on Indian culture and language use.

Additional knowledge:

1. “Philosophy”: This poem deals with abstract and introspective themes, unrelated to the parody of Indian English.
2. “Jewish Wedding in Bombay”: Focuses on Ezekiel's Jewish heritage and cultural rituals.
3. “Poet, Lover, Birdwatcher”: This is an important work of Ezekiel, it deals with themes of creativity and identity.