Bholi’s real name is Sulekha. We are told this right at the beginning. But only in the last but one

Question

Bholi’s real name is Sulekha. We are told this right at the beginning. But only in the last but one paragraph of the story is Bholi called Sulekha again. Why do you think she is called Sulekha at that point in the story?

Accepted Answer

The shift back to Sulekha in the penultimate paragraph signifies Bholi's reclaiming of her identity.  Initially, 'Bholi' – meaning 'simpleton' – was a label imposed due to her disability and perceived inadequacy.  However, by the story's end, Bholi's newfound confidence and self-worth emerge.  The return to Sulekha highlights this transformation; it's not just a name change, but a symbolic assertion of her individuality and rejection of the demeaning label that once defined her.