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4 results for “marriage”
Novels•1927
Nirmala (निर्मला)
Nirmala (निर्मला) by Premchand is a tragic novel about a young woman forced to marry an older widower due to dowry, exposing the evils of the dowry system and mismatched marriages.
Short Stories•1930
Dhikkar (धिक्कार)
Dhikkar (धिक्कार) by Premchand is a tragic story of a young widow who faces relentless abuse from her family and ultimately chooses death over dishonor.
Short Stories•1930
Suhag Ki Sari (सुहाग की साड़ी)
Suhag Ki Sari (सुहाग की साड़ी) by Premchand explores how a wife's devotion and sacrifice are symbolized through her wedding sari.
Short Stories•1924
Abhushan (आभूषण)
Abhushan (आभूषण) by Premchand explores how a wife's obsession with jewelry leads to family conflict and a lesson in true values.