Question

Sumurry of planquin bearer

Answer 1

This is one of the most rhythmic and picturesque poems of Sarojini Naidu. The poem is a description of one of the customs of ancient India. The bride was seated in a decorated palanquin. The bride was generally a delicate young girl dressed in very special attire. Four able men were chosen to bear her palanquin. It was a privilege to be chosen as a palanquin bearer. The poem has many similes that highlight many aspects of the person in the palanquin. One gets the impression that the bride is light and beautiful. The palanquin bearers are honoured to be allowed to carry her and take care to be gentle and careful with their palanquin. The four men would walk with a rhythmic beat so that the ride would be smooth. The poem conveys this rhythm. When we read the poem we experience this rhythmic beat.