Question 1

Who is the author of the chapter 'Mata Ka Aanchal'?

Accepted Answer

The author of the chapter 'Mata Ka Aanchal' is Shivpujan Sahay. He is known for his significant contribution to Hindi literature, especially in regional language and realistic depiction of rural life.

Question 2

What was the actual name of the child narrator (Bhola Nath) in the story?

Accepted Answer

The actual name of the child narrator in the story was Tarakeshwar Nath.

Question 3

With whom did the child spend most of his time initially?

Accepted Answer

Initially, the child spent most of his time with his father, accompanying him to various daily rituals and games.

Question 4

What would the father apply on the child's forehead?

Accepted Answer

The father would apply a grand Tripundra (three horizontal lines) of Bhasma (ashes) on the child's forehead.

Question 5

What title was given to the child because of the ash on his forehead?

Accepted Answer

Due to the ash on his forehead, he looked like Bholanath, and his father affectionately called him by that name.

Kritika: Mata Ka Aanchal