Read the following quote by an …

The quotation by the American author focuses at one point. It is that one can achieveheights and will achieve heights of success if one determines. All are not born great. Butthey achieve greatness through hard work, perservance, courage, forbearance and patience.However, they need guidance and moral support. Bholi’s evolution from a ‘dumb cow’ to a‘masterpiece’ support this. Before Bholi is sent to school she is ridiculed by all. Even herparents, sisters do not have a soft corner for her. They also discourage her in many ways.Her father has no hope for her and her mother equally treats her not mother-like. Buteducation and her teacher’s moral support make Bholi a masterpiece. She opposes theinappropriate match of her with Bishamber. He demands money as dowry. But he is shownthe way out. Bholi is now a courageous, self-respecting and morally-sound woman whocan face the world all alone. She, therefore, proves the essence of the quote of the Americanauthor.

Dumb cow---- people’s perception of her lack of sense, stammering which kept her quiet and submissive demeanour, most of the times - Going to school----guidance of the teacher and education, overcame stammering- instilled confidence and a sense of self-esteem - Did not succumb to the greedy demands of the prospective groom and spoke out. Conclusion: This journey of Bholi’s growth clearly showcases the idea of being an individual and not being exploited by people or circumstances. Instead, evolves to being a person being proactive and contributing to the wellbeing of others around