Important 3 Marks Questions - Literature

Khetaram is called a carrier of words because he physically carries letters, messages and money orders across the Thar desert to remote villages. More importantly, he carries trust, news, emotion and human connection. He reads letters, writes replies and handles death messages sensitively, so “words” become social responsibility in his hands.

The desert setting makes Khetaram’s work difficult and heroic. He walks through sand, heat and storms, often where roads and phones do not reach. The harsh setting proves that his service is not routine delivery but an act of endurance that keeps isolated communities connected.

The torn-corner letter signifies death news. Its significance is emotional and cultural: Khetaram does not carry it inside the house, reads it outside twice, and tears it up. This ritual shows that he understands the pain of words and handles grief with sensitivity.