Describe the significance of the title of the story 'Deliverance/Sadgati'.
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The Hindu concept of life and death is very different from that of Abrahamic religions, which have floated the expression “Rest in Peace (RIP).” Many Abrahamic religions have the concept of only one life, and henceforth an “afterlife” or “heaven” which they label as “peace.” That is why they use the expression “RIP.” Why Should Hindus Say “Sadgati“? Because this is not so in Hinduism, and there is an important reason why.Without understanding this core Hindu tenet, Hindus continue to say “RIP” mindlessly, not realizing that what they are saying is in no way giving rest or peace to anyone.
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which literally means a good death. But the title is quite ironic and through the story Premchand has been successful in criticizing and satirizing Hindu society and its prejudiced norms.