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What is the main theme of 'Bepin Choudhury's Lapse of Memory'?
Why was Bepin taken aback by Parimal Ghose's claim to know him?
What did Parimal Ghose use to convince Bepin that he knew him?
How did Bepin react to Parimal Ghose's argument?
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What disturbed Bepin's peace of mind in the story?
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Study Notes
Main Theme
- Explores the fragility of memory and the impact of doubt on one's identity.
- Addresses the conflict between reality and perception regarding memory.
- Suggests that one's understanding of self can be challenged by external claims.
Bepin's Reaction to Parimal Ghose
- Bepin was taken aback by Parimal Ghose’s assertion of familiarity due to his own confident belief that he had never met Ghose.
- The unexpected claim created confusion and doubt in Bepin's mind about his own memory.
Parimal Ghose's Convincing Strategy
- Parimal connected with Bepin by mentioning specific shared experiences, including a trip to Ranchi.
- He detailed incidents that were supposedly familiar to Bepin, which served to challenge Bepin’s recollection.
Bepin's Response
- Initially dismissive, Bepin questioned Parimal’s sanity and insisted he had never encountered him before.
- Despite his disbelief, Bepin felt a growing unease that led to self-doubt about his own memories.
Source of Disturbance
- Bepin's peace of mind was disturbed by the suggestion that he might be forgetting significant events from his past.
- The interaction with Parimal spawned anxiety about the reliability of his memory and the potential loss of his identity.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the humorous story "Bepin Choudhury's Lapse of Memory" with this quiz. Explore the plot, characters, and themes while recalling the humorous encounters of Bepin and Parimal Ghose in a bookshop.
