Matric Pass

Matric Pass

Matric Pass is a humorous and satirical play penned by G. C. Tongbra.[1] Written in 1964, it is a drama based on a particular societal trend that permeates throughout in the Manipuri society, that of glorifying the certificate.[2] It particularly depicts how the society of that period (early to mid-20th century) perceives totality of manhood.

The book has been on the syllabus for the UPSC Civil Services Examination.[3]

Plot

The drama opens in a Delhi setting, where the main protagonist, only son of a widowed mother, came for study.

References

  1. ^ Lal, Mohan (2006). The Encyclopaedia Of Indian Literature (Volume Five (Sasay To Zorgot). Sahitya Akademi. p. 3851. ISBN 9788126012213. 
  2. ^ George, K. M. (1992). Modern Indian literature, an anthology, Volume 3. Sahitya Akademi. p. 259. ISBN 9788172013240. 
  3. ^ Pancraj, M. B. J. (2001). U.P.S.C. Syllabus for Civil Services Examination. Sura Books. p. 104. ISBN 9788172542375. 

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