Which of the following describes Rushdie's concept of 'Chutnification'?
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Correct answer: The process of preserving history through a blend of facts, myths, and personal perspectives
Used in 'Midnight's Children', chutnification refers to the 'pickling' of history. Just as chutney blends diverse ingredients into a flavorful whole, Rushdie blends memory and myth to represent a fragmented postcolonial reality.
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