writing
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The Humanity of a Poor Girl
(“The Humanity of a Poor Girl” tells the story about kindness of a girl affected by the Assam Agitation, who saves a wanted criminal. He learns about her difficult past and her struggles with poverty. When she recognizes him, he encourages her to report him for the reward, but she chooses not to out of… Continue reading
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The Selflessness of a Father
(“The Selflessness of a Father” tells the story of a bride’s father-in-law who shows kindness. After the groom’s father tries to steal the bride’s dowry because her father refuses to provide one, the groom finds out and tells his father-in-law what happened. Instead of reporting the theft, the bride’s father chooses to forgive the groom’s… Continue reading
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The Sympathetic Bricklayer
(“The Sympathetic Bricklayer” tells a story about kindness. The main character, a bricklayer from Kerala, is tired after his journey on the Coimbatore Express. During the trip, he argues with a girl. Later, he notices a pregnant woman without a seat. Wanting to help, he gives her his seat and stays awake all night.) Marconi… Continue reading
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An Absolute Necessity
(“An Absolute Necessity” is a story about the importance of kindness. Albert Rynjah goes to Professor John Lyngdoh’s house with a pistol in his pocket and a clear goal: to kill the professor. Lyngdoh writes the controversial book Inside a Hotel, which reveals illegal activities in a hotel used by smugglers and militants. This put… Continue reading
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The Patriot
(“The Patriot” is a story about kindness. The main character, Koka, shows kindness by helping injured friends and standing up for women in danger, even when it puts him in harm’s way. His decision to hoist the flag despite threats is not just patriotic. It is a gift of hope and courage to future generations.)… Continue reading
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The Talisman
(“The Talisman” tells a story about kindness, patience, humanity, and forgiveness. Even after being attacked and humiliated, Manmohan chooses not to respond with cruelty when he learns who Salim is. Instead, his anger fades, and he gives Salim a chance to share his side of the story instead of punishing him.) Manmohan Bhuyan heard some… Continue reading
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The Kindness of Madoi
(“The Kindness of Madoi” is a story that depicts the power of love and kindness. Madoi’s quiet care for Sudipto stems from maternal longing, not duty. Her cooking is a way to feel close to her son, who is serving in the army. Though Sudipto lashes out in anger, she responds with grace, reminding him… Continue reading
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The Flood
(“The flood” tells the story of a helper who shows great kindness to her master. She puts herself in danger to collect teakwood planks, not for her own benefit, but to rebuild footbridges so the engineer can be safe and comfortable.) In January, we, the two civil engineers, with two junior engineers, came to Lakhipur… Continue reading
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The Boycott
(“The Boycott” is a story of kindness, forgiveness, and hope. The students boycott the protagonist because he is against the Assam Agitation and has an affair with a girl. At its peak, he once considers complaining to the school principal. Then he decides to pardon them and hopes that his well-wishers will be friendly to… Continue reading
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The Help from Gunadhar Mahanta
(The story “The Help from Gunadhar Mahanta” reflects kindness, support and empathy. The protagonist is against the Assam Movement. So many people are against him. However, when he plans to start a school in the small town, some people come forward and offers him help. A good cause brings together all the people.) Sumit got… Continue reading
