Question

what Indianness does the poem The Bangle Sellers convey?

Answer 1

The poet Sarojini Naidu always hails the cultural tradition of the Indian society in her poems. In her poem “The Bangle Sellers” she attempts to represent this tradition by depicting how the bangle sellers sell their colourful bangles in the village and temple fairs. These sellers not only sell bangles but also happiness. The poet calls the bangles ‘lustrous tokens of radiant lives / for happy daughters and happy wives”. Wearing bangles are symbolic of the well-being and happiness of a family in a typical Indian society. So, these sellers not only helps preserve the rich and vibrant cultural heritage of the society, but also plays a role in bringing happiness to the minds of people.

Answer 2

Answer:

The poet Sarojini Naidu always hails the cultural tradition of the Indian society in her poems. In her poem “The Bangle Sellers” she attempts to represent this tradition by depicting how the bangle sellers sell their colourful bangles in the village and temple fairs.