Who among the following is the author of the book ‘The Complete Adventures of Feluda’?

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The correct answer is Satyajit RayKey Points

Satyajit Ray, an iconic Indian filmmaker and writer, created the character Feluda, a detective whose stories are set in India
- and are beloved by readers for their wit, intelligence, and engaging mystery plots.
He is often compared to Sherlock Holmes, with his keen observational skills and analytical mind.
Feluda is a fictional Bengali detective introduced by Satyajit Ray in 1965.
He first appeared in the story “Feludar Goyendagiri” published in the children’s magazine Sandesh, which Ray edited.
The stories are usually narrated by Feluda's cousin, Topshe, who plays the role of Watson-like companion.
The Complete Adventures of Feluda" is a collection that brings together all of Feluda’s stories, spanning multiple volumes.
The stories cover a wide range of mysteries, from murders to thefts and missing persons, often set against the backdrop of Indian cities, towns, and historical locations.

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Mrinal Sen
- He is one of the pioneers of Indian parallel cinema, known for making films that address social issues, political struggles, and the lives of the marginalized.
- His films, such as "Bhuvan Shome" (1969) and "Mrigayaa" (1976),
  - reflect the harsh realities of Indian society and deal with topics like class conflict and urbanization.
Ritwik Ghatak
- Ritwik Ghatak’s films are marked by their intense emotional depth and cultural context.
- His work often drew from his own experience of the Partition of Bengal, which profoundly impacted him.
- Films like "Meghe Dhaka Tara" (1960) and "Subarnarekha" (1965) depict the trauma and displacement faced by refugees and marginalized communities.
Goutam Ghose
- He is known for his work both as a documentarian and a feature filmmaker.
- His films often straddle the line between fiction and reality, reflecting deep empathy for rural life and the common people.
- Films like "Padma Nadir Majhi" (1993) and "Moner Manush" (2010) depict the struggles and resilience of ordinary individuals in the face of hardship.