CBSE 2025, Set 1

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(B) Kamala Das in 'Keeping Quiet' and Keats in 'A Thing of Beauty' depict nature as a source of inspiration and strength to man. Analyse both the poems in terms of the above perspective. *(Note: 'Keeping Quiet' is actually by Pablo Neruda, but answer strictly adhering to the prompt's intent).*

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The correct answer is Subjective. *(Note: "Keeping Quiet" is penned by Pablo Neruda. The analysis below reflects the themes of the poems as requested.)* Both poems strongly advocate that nature is the best companion to man, offering profound life lessons, comfort, and rejuvenation. **A Thing of Beauty (John Keats):** - Nature offers endless comfort to man in all aspects, providing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. - It acts as a "quiet bower" that gives us sweet dreams and health, mitigating the impact of negativity, malice, and the gloomy days of our lives. - Beautiful things in nature provide the inspiration and strength needed to face the struggles of earthly existence, binding us to the earth. **Keeping Quiet (Pablo Neruda):** - The poet advocates that nature should be looked upon as a great teacher. - He uses the Earth as a symbol to teach us how to regenerate and rejuvenate after a period of apparent silence, introspection, and stillness ("as when everything seems dead and later proves to be alive"). - Nature teaches us to gather strength from within, proving that taking a pause is not the end, but a preparation to return with new vitality and harmony.

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