The correct answer is 4. Eknath, and here's why:
Rabindranath Tagore was a prolific Bengali writer, poet, and playwright, known for contributing immensely to Indian literature. Among his well-known plays, the following are authentically authored by him:
1. Sacrifice (Bali)
Written by Tagore in 1917.
Explores themes of religion, tradition, and humanism.
Focuses on the moral dilemma of sacrificing a goat to appease the goddess Kali.
2. Chandalika
Written by Tagore in 1933.
A dance drama based on a Buddhist tale.
Deals with caste discrimination and the inner transformation of an untouchable girl.
3. Muktadhara
Written by Tagore in 1922.
A symbolic play highlighting the conflict between science and humanity.
Critiques authoritarianism and mechanization of society.
4. Eknath – NOT written by Tagore
Eknath was a Marathi saint-poet and scholar from the Bhakti movement.
Any literary work named Eknath would either be about him or authored by someone else, not by Tagore.
It has no record in Tagore’s list of plays or writings.
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