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7 results for “widow”
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.
Bhoot (भूत)
Bhoot (भूत) by Premchand explores the haunting consequences of immoral desires when a widower develops inappropriate feelings for his adopted daughter.
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.
Shanti (शांति)
Shanti (शांति) by Premchand is a moving tale of a widow's quiet strength and dignity as she raises her daughter alone after her husband's death.
Swamini (स्वामिनी)
Swamini (स्वामिनी) by Premchand explores a widow's transformation as she becomes mistress of her household and discovers power.
Durga Ka Mandir (दुर्गा का मंदिर)
Durga Ka Mandir (दुर्गा का मंदिर) by Premchand explores social discrimination when a poor widow visits a temple with her daughter.
Beton Wali Vidhwa (बेटों वाली विधवा)
Beton Wali Vidhwa (बेटों वाली विधवा) by Premchand depicts a widow's tragic loss of authority despite having four capable sons.