Describe the old woman of the poem old woman written by arun kolatkar?

Answer 1

The old woman is a short poem written by Arun kolatkar. The old woman he has tried to create is one who represents our culture, our heritage and our natural beauty. She is a little adamant at first when he refuses to give her any money. But it also shows how she does not resolve to beggary. She is offering some services in place of money. It seems as if she has suffered in her past and that has made her stronger and she is ready to fend for herself. When everything else cracks around her and she is the only one standing shows that she has gone through worst times.Through her "bullet holes" the shallowness of religion and hollow Beaty can be seen. Her eyes. He describes looking into them as a turning point in his thinking, and this small encounter with the old lady has left a deep mark in his personality.

Answer 2

The summary of An Old Woman by Arun Kolatkar is that you should keep those important aspects of your life in perspective. The story revolves around a women keeping her heritage in perspective.

Answer 3

The tourist looks at the old woman and comes to the realization that he is a part of the society that is responsible for the condition of the woman. That is why he feels ashamed.