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NIOS · Class 12 · English
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Who is the author of 'Bholi' and what is his full name?
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K. A. Abbas (Khawaja Ahmad Abbas) is the author of 'Bholi'. He was an accomplished Indian writer, screenwriter, and filmmaker who wrote in English, Hindi, and Urdu. He won the National Film Award four…
What is Bholi's real name and why is she called 'Bholi'?
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Bholi's real name is Sulekha. She is called 'Bholi' (meaning 'simpleton' or 'fool') because she suffered a head injury when she fell from her cot at ten months old, which possibly damaged her brain an…
What physical challenges does Bholi face from childhood?
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Bholi faces two major physical challenges: (1) A head injury at ten months old that potentially damaged her brain, making her a backward child, and (2) Smallpox at age two that left her entire body pe…
What does Ramlal's character reveal about parental concerns in traditional society?
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Ramlal represents the dilemma of parents in traditional societies who are caught between societal expectations and their children's well-being. He is concerned about Bholi's future marriage prospects …
How does Bholi's mother differ from her father in their approach to Bholi's future?
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Bholi's mother is more practical and pragmatic, focusing primarily on securing Bholi's future through marriage without concern for her personal happiness or aspirations. She initially opposes girls' e…
Why does the Tehsildar persuade Ramlal to send his daughters to school?
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The Tehsildar, a revenue official, asks Ramlal to send his daughters to school for two main reasons: (1) As a revenue official and government representative in the village, Ramlal should set an exampl…
What is Bholi's initial reaction to going to school and why does she react this way?
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Bholi is terrified and refuses to go to school. She cries and pulls her hand away from her father's grip, stammering 'N-n-n-n NO, no-no-no' in terror. Her fear stems from not knowing what school is li…
How does the teacher respond to Bholi's stammer and what is the significance of this moment?
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When Bholi stammers while trying to say her name, the teacher responds with encouragement and gentle reassurance, saying 'Well done, well done' and 'Put the fear out of your heart and you will be able…
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