In this story from Jayant Narlikar’s “The Adventure,” Professor Gangadharpant Gaitonde finds himself transported to an alternate reality while contemplating [catastrophe theory ] and its [implications ] on history just before a collision with a truck. In this alternate reality , India is not colonized by....
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Back Questions - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
"You neither travelled to the past nor the future. You were in the present experiencing a different world."
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Professor Rajendra Deshpande’s statement, “You neither travelled to the past nor the future. You were in the present experiencing a different world,” attempts to explain Professor Gaitonde’s experience rationally. According to Professor Deshpande, Gaitonde’s experience was not a result of time travel but rather due to an alternate timeline created by a divergence in a past event. This concept is based on the lack of determinism in quantum theory, which allows for the possibility of multiple outcomes and realities depending on the events that took place.
In Gaitonde’s case, his experience was triggered when he fell unconscious after a collision with a truck. Professor Deshpande believes that Gaitonde’s neurons acted as a catalyst, transporting him to an alternate world where the Marathas won the battle and the British were marginalized. This event, saving Vishvasrao, altered the course of history, leading to a reality distinct from the one Gaitonde knew.
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"You have passed through a fantastic experience: or more correctly a catastrophic experience."
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"Gangadharpant could not help comparing the country he knew with what he was witnessing around him."
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"The lack of determinism in quantum theory!"
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"You need some interaction to cause a transition".
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Extra Questions - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
Why do you think Professor Gaitonde decided never to preside over meetings again?
Professor Gaitonde decided never to preside over meetings again due to the following reasons:
- Eye-opening experience in the alternate reality: Professor Gaitonde experienced a world where the very topic of his speculative lecture had become reality. This made his lecture redudant, since the people of the alternate version were living the reality that Gaitonde proposed and talked about.
- Hostile reaction from the audience: He faced a highly negative response, including verbal objections, and even a shower of tomatoes, eggs, and other objects, when he attempted to chair the lecture. This hostility contributed to his decision to never preside over meetings again.
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After listening to Professor Gaitonde what logical explanation was given by Rajendra Deshpande?
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Quiz - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
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About the Author - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
Jayant Vishnu Narlikar is an Indian astrophysicist and author, known for his extensive work in multiple areas of science and literature. He was born on July 19, 1938, in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. His academic background is impressive, having received his education in esteemed institutions, such as Banaras Hindu University, and later going to the University of Cambridge, where he earned his PhD working under astrophysicist Sir Fred Hoyle, a prominent figure in the field.
Narlikar has made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics, specifically in the areas of cosmology and gravitational physics . He is known for his work on Hoyle-Narlikar theory of gravity as well as his research on the steady-state cosmological model .
Apart from his work in astrophysics, Narlikar has also written popular science books and science fiction. He has authored numerous books, research papers , and popular science articles. One of his works, “The Adventure”, is a short story from the science fiction genre. In this story, Narlikar explores concepts like parallel universes and alternate historical events, grandly intertwining fiction and scientific theorization.
Notably, Jayant Narlikar has won many awards for his outstanding work in the field of science, such as the prestigious Padma Vibhushan and the Sahitya Akademi Award for his autobiography in Marathi. He has also been a proponent of popularizing science education and contributes to its outreach throughout India and beyond.
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Themes - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
alternate history
In “The Adventure,” the concept of alternate history is explored through the experiences of Professor Gaitonde, who apparently transitions between two different historical realities. The main deviation point in these two histories lies in the outcome of the Battle of Panipat. In one reality, the Marathas were defeated, leading to the history we know today. In the alternate reality, the Marathas won, resulting in a vastly different political landscape in India. This theme demonstrates the impact that a single event can have on the course of history, and how small changes can lead to drastically different outcomes.
Catastrophe Theory
The Catastrophe Theory plays a central role in “The Adventure,” as it serves as the driving force behind the narrative and connects with the alternate history theme. According to Rajendra, catastrophic situations presented in the form of wars or decisive battles offer radically different alternatives ...
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Character Sketches - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
Professor Gaitonde
Professor Gaitonde is the main character of “The Adventure.” He is a historian and a dedicated researcher who has a strong interest in historical events, particularly the Battle of Panipat. His curiosity and passion for history lead him to question the differences he encounters in the alternate reality . Gaitonde is an ...
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Important Lines - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
- "The change evidently had occurred in the last volume. Reading volume five from both ends inwards, Gangadharpant finally converged
on the precise moment where history had taken a different turn."
- This line signifies the moment when Professor Gaitonde realizes that history is different in the world he is currently in.
- "And then Vishwasrao guided his horse to the melee
where the elite troops were fighting, and he attacked them. And God expressed His displeasure
. He was hit by the bullet."
- This excerpt from Professor Gaitonde's book describes the actual historical event of Vishwasrao's death in the Battle of Panipat, which contributes to the Marathas' defeat.
- "Their victory in the battle was not only a great morale booster to the Marathas but it also established their supremacy
in northern India."
- This line presents the alternative historical timeline where the ...
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Plot - The Adventure | Hornbill | Class 11 Literature | CBSE English
Unexpected Journey: Professor Gaitonde, a historian , travels from Pune to Bombay on the Jijamata Express, observing an India different from the one he knew.
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