Question

"Old traditions and past culture can never be given up. They are always alive in our memory. Our memories give us a sweet joy."
Explain the above statement with reference to the story, 'A Baker from Goa'.​

Answer 1

The furnaces were a reminder of the loaves and the Portuguese culture in Goa.

• A Baker from Goa' revolves around the importance of a baker in Goan culture, dating back to the period when the city of Goa was ruled by the Portuguese.
• The culture of loaf making was part of the region's tradition and culture, and the passion for it. While the loaf eaters were gone, there were still makers and furnaces being a reminder of both loaves and history.
• In the culture and traditions of Goa, bakery items had a meaning. The narrator's childhood brings memories back to his mind and he also remembered the loaves' fragrance.
• Thus, in his memory, the memories were alive and that gave him joy and happiness.