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प्रश्न
Answer the following question in 40-50 words.
In what ways does R.K. Narayan use humour to address serious social and philosophical issues in A Tiger for Malgudi? Provide examples from the text.
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उत्तर
R.K. Narayan uses humour to address serious social and philosophical issues by blending satire with narrative, which softens the impact of his critiques while still delivering insightful commentary. For example, Raja, the tiger, serves as a vehicle for examining the human condition and societal norms. His thoughts and experiences are often recounted with a certain wry humour, such as his confusion about human behaviours. When Raja is captured and imprisoned, he struggles to understand the paradox of humans’ cruelty and kindness, as well as their arbitrary power over animals, which raises questions about the nature of control and freedom.
