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R.K. Narayan is the author of which pair of novels from the given alternatives?

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'The English Teacher' and 'Waiting for the Mahatma'

The correct answer is option 2: 'The English Teacher' and 'Waiting for the Mahatma'.

R.K. Narayan, a prominent Indian writer known for his portrayal of South Indian life, authored numerous novels. Among his most celebrated works are 'The English Teacher' and 'Waiting for the Mahatma'. 'The English Teacher' offers a poignant depiction of a teacher's life and relationships, while 'Waiting for the Mahatma' captures the socio-political climate of India during the pre-independence era.

Options 1, 3, and 4 are incorrect. 'The Cat and Shakespeare', 'On the Ganga Ghat', 'In Custody', 'Fire on the Mountain', 'The Poison Tree', and 'Ananda Math' were written by other authors.

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