‘Dowry Death!’ screamed the headlines from all the morning papers.
‘Yet another one!’ exclaimed some nonchalantly.
‘Oh God, people still take dowry!’ sniggered a few.
‘Shameless! Just shameless!’ nodded some, disgust writ large on their faces.
A few others looked guilty too, remembering the demands they had made in the guise of ‘tradition’ and the dowry they got and called ‘gifts’.
A few women glared at their in-laws meaningfully while their in-laws slunk away.
However, everyone went silent as each of them they read the ‘Dowry Death’ story. A daughter-in-law had set her in-laws on fire, it read. When they tried to burn her for not fulfilling yet another of their never ending demands.
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So happy this ended on a totally different note (which is not unlikely if its penned by you!). I wish this becomes a reality
Sure a story that needs to be read as many times and people need to learn! It feels bad to know dowry deaths are still as common. 🙁
It is such a cruel tradition that still prevails in many parts of our country…..disguised shrewdly as gifting. Very different and thought provoking end though!!! superb!!
Cleverly done this one.
Loved the end. It’s a pity to know that dowry still exists in our country despite the law or the society shouting out being modern. But, I wish this becomes a reality. Every dog has his day, So do the people who take dowry.
Loved the end. It’s a pity to know that dowry still exists in our country despite the law or the society shouting out being modern. But, I wish this turns out to be a reality. Every dog has his day, so would the people who take dowry.
This was unexpected. It isn’t long before something like this would happen for real.
I liked the last twist. There are so many still falling prey to this pathetic tradition. It’s time we take charge of our own lives
It’s a worthless tradition. I’m happy she burnt them!
Bravo! She could turn the table. Wish all become Durgas to take on demons from everyday life!