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Who among the following was known as ‘The Lady of christ’s during his college days at Cambridge?

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A

Richard Lovelace

B

Alexander Pope

C

John Milton

D

Sir John Suckling

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Correct Answer :

Option C

John Milton

Solution :

The correct option is John Milton.

Detailed Explanation:
John Milton (1608–1674), the celebrated English poet best known for his epic masterpiece Paradise Lost, enrolled at Christ's College, Cambridge, in 1625. During his undergraduate years there, he was given the nickname "The Lady of Christ's" (or "The Lady of Christ's College") by his fellow students.

This nickname was bestowed upon him due to two primary reasons:
1. Physical Appearance: Milton was noted for his delicate, refined facial features, fair complexion, and long hair, which gave him a somewhat feminine appearance.
2. Behavior and Demeanor: In contrast to the boisterous and often rowdy lifestyle of his peers, Milton was highly studious, intellectually serious, and maintained a highly moral, chaste lifestyle.

Initially, Milton was annoyed by the nickname. However, he famously addressed it in one of his university public speeches (specifically, his sixth Latin Prolusion), where he wittily defended himself, explaining that his hands were clean of violence and his mind was set on higher intellectual pursuits, showing that true strength lay in character rather than rough behavior.

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