CBSE · Class 10 · Hindi · Kshitij Poetry: Utsah aur At Nahi RahiHow does Nirala present the cloud as both a creator of life and a symbol of revolution?

Suryakant Tripathi 'Nirala' presents the cloud as a dual entity: a life-giver and a revolutionary force. On one hand, the cloud provides cooling rain to parched earth and suffering human beings, enabling new life, crops, and greenery to flourish—hence acting as a creator. On the other hand, its dark, thundering appearance symbolizes the fierce power needed to overthrow oppression, break societal constraints, and bring about radical transformation. Thus, the poet merges aesthetics with social consciousness, making the cloud an emblem of both nurturing care and rebellious strength.