ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -A climax is a dramatic turning point in a narrative-a pivotal moment at the peak of the story arc that pits the protagonist against an opposing force in order to resolve the main conflict once and for all.

Detailed explanation-2: -The CLIMAX is the mountain peak. It is sometimes referred to as the “turning point” of the story, when the plot changes for better or for worse for the HERO. Often, the VILLAIN is defeated in the CLIMAX.

Detailed explanation-3: -The climax (from the Greek word , meaning “staircase” and “ladder") or turning point of a narrative work is its point of highest tension and drama, or it is the time when the action starts during which the solution is given. The climax of a story is a literary element.

Detailed explanation-4: -A climactic moment in a story or a series of events is one in which a very exciting or important event occurs.

Detailed explanation-5: -The climax is the turning point of the story when the conflict is resolved and the main character reaches their goal. The climax often occurs near the end of the story, but not always. It can sometimes occur in the middle of the story (known as a mid-point climax) or even at the beginning (known as an inverted plot).