Can we relate grandfather and Ratna to a horegallu? Why?
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Yes, we can relate grandfather and Ratna to a horegallu.
EXPLANATION:
In the short story ‘Horegallu’ by the veteran writer Sudha Murthy, the author uses the Horegallu as a metaphor related to two characters grandfather and a lady called Ratna. It is an autobiographical story so the characters have been a part of the author’s life.
Horegallu is a Kannadi word that refers to a stone that can bear weight. In the villages of Karnataka a horegallu is referred to a stone seat usually below a banyan tree. The seat rests on two vertical stones and gives a bench like feeling. Stressed and tired travellers sit on a horegallu and share their burden with the patient and gentle banyan tree. After sharing their woes they feel light and relaxed and resume their journey.
Grandfather too served as a Horegallu in the author’s village. He would sit below the banyan tree and listen to the villagers in distress counselling them wisely and sharing their burden. Like the Horegallu he would never disclose their secrets.
Ratna too was like a Horegallu at the author’s office. Almost everyone at the office was under stress. The lady would patiently listen to them and help them feel light. She offered her valuable time and advice to all in distress and tried to cheer them.