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20 results for “sacrifice

Short Stories1935

Vidrohi (विद्रोही)

Vidrohi (विद्रोही) by Premchand is a heart-wrenching tale of love betrayed by greed as childhood sweethearts are torn apart by dowry.

Short Stories1933

Eidgah (ईदगाह)

Eidgah (ईदगाह) by Premchand is a heartwarming story of young Hamid who buys a chimta for his grandmother instead of toys at the Eid fair.

Short Stories1932

Balidan (बलिदान)

Balidan (बलिदान) by Premchand is a moving story of old Harkhu who, facing death, donates his life savings to the freedom movement.

Short Stories1930

Aakhiri Heela (आखिरी हिला)

Aakhiri Heela (आखिरी हिला) by Premchand is a poignant story about Ragghu, a selfless son who sacrifices everything for his stepfamily, only to be torn apart by his wife's greed. A tale of family bonds vs selfish desires.

Short Stories1930

Agni Samadhi (अग्नि समाधि)

Agni Samadhi (अग्नि समाधि) by Premchand is a powerful tale of a peasant's ultimate sacrifice against exploitation and injustice.

Short Stories1930

Mamta (ममता)

Mamta (ममता) by Premchand is an epic tale of a Rajput woman who sacrifices her son to protect a Mughal prince, showcasing selfless love.

Short Stories1930

Maryada ki Vedi (मर्यादा की वेदी)

Maryada ki Vedi (मर्यादा की वेदी) by Premchand portrays a family's heart-wrenching sacrifice at the altar of honor and social dignity.

Short Stories1930

Muktidhan (मुक्तिधन)

Muktidhan (मुक्तिधन) by Premchand is a moving tale of sacrifice where a woman sells her jewelry to free political prisoners.

Short Stories1930

Prayaschit (प्रायश्चित)

Prayaschit (प्रायश्चित) by Premchand is a powerful story of redemption where a sinner seeks atonement through sacrifice and genuine remorse for past wrongs.

Short Stories1930

Raja Hardaul (राजा हरदौल)

Raja Hardaul (राजा हरदौल) by Premchand is a legendary tale of the prince of Orchha who sacrificed his life to prove his innocence and honor.

Short Stories1930

Rani Sarndha (रानी सरंधा)

Rani Sarndha (रानी सरंधा) by Premchand is a poignant tale of a queen's sacrifice and honor in the face of political intrigue and moral dilemmas.

Short Stories1930

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 Stories1928

Maa (माँ)

Maa (माँ) by Premchand is a deeply emotional story of Karuna, whose freedom fighter husband returns from prison as a broken man.

Short Stories1921

Putra Prem (पुत्र प्रेम)

Putra Prem (पुत्र प्रेम) by Premchand explores how excessive parental love can spoil a child while true love requires discipline.

Short Stories1920

Jihad (जिहाद)

Jihad (जिहाद) by Premchand is a powerful tale of Hindu-Muslim unity where a Muslim youth sacrifices his life defending a Hindu temple.

Short Stories1920

Lekhak (लेखक)

Lekhak (लेखक) by Premchand explores a writer's lonely struggle for recognition, realizing true art demands burning like a candle for others.

Short Stories1915

Beti Ka Dhan (बेटी का धन)

Beti Ka Dhan (बेटी का धन) by Premchand tells how Gangajali sells her wedding jewelry to save her father from crushing debt.

Short Stories1915

Saut (सौत)

Saut (सौत) by Premchand is a poignant exploration of jealousy, love, and sacrifice between co-wives in a traditional Indian household.

Short Stories1907

Duniya Ka Sabse Anmol Ratan (दुनिया का सबसे अनमोल रतन)

Duniya Ka Sabse Anmol Ratan (दुनिया का सबसे अनमोल रतन) by Premchand declares that the most precious gem is a drop of blood shed for freedom.

Plays1924

Karbala (कर्बला)

A historical play depicting the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at Karbala. A powerful exploration of sacrifice and standing up for truth.