A DEVOTED SON (SUMMARY)
A DEVOTED SON
SUMMARY
ENGLISH CORE FOR CLASS - XI
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Here is a point-wise summary of "A Devoted Son"by Anita Desai.
- Introduction
to the family: The story is set in a small Indian town, focusing on
Rakesh, the son of a poor vegetable vendor, Varma, and his wife.
- Rakesh's achievements:
- Rakesh is a bright student and makes his parents proud by excelling in school.
- He earns a medical degree and even secures a scholarship to study in the United States.
- Despite his success abroad, Rakesh remains humble and writes letters home regularly.
- Rakesh's return home:
- After completing his studies, Rakesh returns to India, which delights his parents.
- He works as a doctor in his hometown and quickly gains a good reputation.
- Rakesh's marriage:
- He fulfills his parents' wishes by agreeing to an arranged marriage with a girl of their choice, ignoring his colleagues' opinions.
- This
further shows his devotion to family and traditional values.
- Shift in family dynamics:
- Rakesh's father, Varma, becomes old and sick.
- Rakesh insists on strict medical care for his father, controlling his diet and lifestyle to ensure his health.
- Conflict between father and son:
- Varma begins to feel frustrated with Rakesh’s strictness.
- He wants to eat what he likes (sweets, fried food) but is denied by Rakesh for health reasons.
- Varma perceives this as a lack of respect or understanding.
- The father’s resentment grows:
- Varma complains to visitors and neighbors about his son’s treatment, accusing him of cruelty.
- He feels that Rakesh is overly controlling and doesn't let him live his final days in peace.
- Irony of devotion:
- Despite Rakesh’s actions being motivated by care and love, they are seen as oppressive by his father.
- The story ends with a poignant reflection on how devotion and good intentions can be misunderstood.
The story explores themes of family, generational conflict, love, duty, and the complexities of relationships in an Indian cultural setting.
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