Characters
Who is the main character who writes diary entries in the book?
Nisha
During which major historical event does the story take place?
The Partition of India and Pakistan (1947)
What does Nisha use to express her feelings throughout the story?
Her diary
Who does Nisha write her diary letters to?
Her mother
Who wrote The Night Diary?
Veera Hiranandani
What is the name of the cook who acts as a mentor and friend to Nisha?
Kazi
Why was the Partition decided in the first place?
To separate Hindus and Muslims into two nations after British rule ended
What emotion does Nisha often feel when she doesn’t understand why people fight?
Confusion or sadness
What does food symbolize in the story?
Comfort, tradition, and love
What inspired the author to write this book?
Her father’s real experiences during Partition
Why does Papa decide to leave their home in Mirpur Khas?
Because it’s no longer safe for Hindus after the Partition
What country does Nisha’s family have to flee to?
India
How does fear influence the characters’ decisions in the story?
It makes them leave home, hide who they are, and mistrust others
How does the diary itself act as a symbol?
It represents Nisha’s voice, growth, and hope
What message does the story give about identity?
That you can belong to more than one world
What was Nisha’s mother’s religion before she passed away?
Muslim
What forces Nisha’s family to leave their home?
Violence and danger after Partition
How does the Partition affect Nisha’s sense of belonging?
She feels divided — she doesn’t fully belong to either side
“Sometimes I feel like I’m split in two.” — What does this line represent?
Nisha’s inner conflict between her Hindu and Muslim sides
Who are Nisha’s closest family members?
Amil, Papa, Dadi and Kazi
What inner conflict does Nisha face because of her parents’ different religions?
She struggles to understand her identity as both Hindu and Muslim
In what newly formed country does Nisha’s family find themselves after Partition?
Pakistan
What theme is explored through the idea of home and belonging?
That home is not only a place but also the people you love
What does Nisha’s handwriting represent to her?
Her personal voice and identity
What makes The Night Diary different from other stories?
It’s told through diary entries