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प्रश्न
Explain the following with reference to the context in about 50–60 word each.
They do not ever in their dealings Consider one another’s feelings…
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उत्तर
- Reference: The poet Ogden Nash says these words in the poem “Confessions of a Bom Spectator”.
- Context: The poet says these words while highlighting the callous indifference of players to the pain and injuries of fellow players.
- Explanation: Every player considers the player in the opposite team as a deadly rival. He looks for an opportunity. We do find hockey players hitting good players on the ankle with the stick to prevent them from playing great shots. Bowlers try to hit the body of batsmen with the ball. They don’t seem to notice cracking wrists and snapping knees as their focus is only on victory and glory! In short, the players do not have feelings for their fellow players.
- Comment: The poet brings out the attitude of zealous players.
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