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Answer of the following question in 100-120 words: Destiny had been cruel to Bholi yet she made a place for herself in a conservative society. Discuss.

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Answer of the following question in 100-120 words:

Destiny had been cruel to Bholi yet she made a place for herself in a conservative society. Discuss.

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Bholi, the main character in the story "Bholi," suffers from gender bias, a disability, and an unattractive appearance. Bholi initially lacks confidence as a result of her limitations. She is quiet, fearful, and mentally frail. She cannot move forward because of the black pockmarks on her body and her stammer. She is hesitant to speak because people tease her. But going to school completely transforms her life. It gives her new hope in the world. Her teacher shows her compassion and love. Bholi is able to believe in herself thanks to her love and encouragement. She studies hard and develops into a young, self-assured woman. She is aware of her rights and actively exercises them. Her confidence grows as a result of encouragement and compassion, and she becomes capable of overcoming obstacles. She declines to wed a man who requests dowry. Bholi gains the knowledge she needs and defends her honour with the help she wants from her teacher. Her transformation into a self-assured person from a "dumb-cow," who is repressed at home and in society, is motivational.

Bholi is an inspiration to those who face similar difficulties because of her perseverance and desire to succeed despite all the odds. Her story emphasises the value of education and the ability of personal initiative to challenge societal expectations and prejudices. Bholi's tale demonstrates that, in spite of fate's indifference, one can still succeed in life by resisting repression and persistently going after their objectives.

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2022-2023 (March) Outside Delhi Set 2

संबंधित प्रश्न

What filled Bholi, a dumb cow, with a new hope?


For what unusual reasons is Bholi sent to school?


Does Bholi enjoy her first day at school?


Does she find her teacher different from the people at home?


Why does the marriage not take place?


Bholi had many apprehensions about going to school. What made her feel that she was going to a better place than her home?


How did Bholi’s teacher play an important role in changing the course of her life?


Why did Bholi at first agree to an unequal match? Why did she later reject the marriage? What does this tell us about her?


Attempt the following question in 100-120 words:

Bholi is a child different from others. This difference makes her an object of neglect and laughter. Elaborate.


Discuss the following in your groups.

  1. Various social evils that exist in
    • big cities
    • small towns
    • villages

Pick out Hindi words used in the story written in English. Give their English alternative.

  1. Bholi - simpleton
  2. ......................
  3. ......................
  4. ......................
  5. ......................

Complete the following sentence using the words given in the bracket.

(contemplating, humiliate, scurried, disfigured, envious, contemptible, matted, startled)

It took a long time to straighten the ______ bundle of wool.


Complete the following sentence using the words given in the bracket.

(contemplating, humiliate, scurried, disfigured, envious, contemptible, matted, startled)

Corruption is a ______ act.


Complete the following sentence using the words given in the bracket.

(contemplating, humiliate, scurried, disfigured, envious, contemptible, matted, startled)

We are ______ seriously about buying a new apartment.


Complete the following sentence using the words given in the bracket.

(contemplating, humiliate, scurried, disfigured, envious, contemptible, matted, startled)

I was ______ to see a snake in my room.


Glance through the story again and describe Bholi’s character before and after her meeting with the teacher. Complete the table and then write two paragraphs describing the change seen in her character. One is done for you.

Before After
1. She was called simpleton, children made fun of her and mimicked her. 1. She became confident and was able to utter her name.
2. 2.
3. 3.
4. 4.

Parents play a crucial role in the upbringing of their children. Critically examine the parents of Bholi and Ebright, highlighting their impact on their children’s lives.


The credit of Bholi's transformation to Sulekha goes to her teacher. Elaborate with reference to the text.


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