I H. HAVE-NOTS:
GENERAL MEANING
The word 'have-not' is specifically used for those human beings who are deliberately denied of the means of livelihood by the those who welter in wealth. The term can be better understood if it is juxtaposed with its antonym, 'have'. Apart from its direct and literal meaning, it has wider connotations. In fact, all human beings are 'haves' and 'have-nots' both in some way or the other.
1. Have-nots: Genesis and Etymological Interpretation -
The term 'have-not' was first used by Karl Marx. It was as an antithesis to 'haves'. Both the terms refer to economic unevenness in society. The 'haves' are a priviledged class with abundant resources whereas quite …show more content…
These anonyms help us understand the deeper meanings of the term ‘have-not’. 2. The Response to Questionnaire: In addition to the study of the material related to Steinbeck and Anand, this thesis also includes the inferences procured in response to a questionnaire given to the people with literary taste and social awareness. The questionnaire was prepared to fetch diverse opinions of the people. It was exclusively about the have-nots. Some forty-five people from diverse backgrounds were surveyed. The questionnaire comprised of the questions on the have-nots in general and those with reference to Steinbeck and Anand. The people surveyed have imparted their indigenous opinions, and tried to a make distinction between the have-nots in India and abroad. Their views on the have-nots in the developed as well as in the under-developed countries are partly identical. They unanimously agree that literature can change society and foster sympathy for the deprived class. Through their writings Steinbeck and Anand awaken society to afford conducive conditions to the poor – the have-nots and to all those standing last in the row of mankind. They must be provided the minimum resources …show more content…
Rule of Law. 11. Job security. 12. Protection of Environment. 13. Creativity: art and culture, inventions and discoveries. 14. Companionship: camaraderie, solidarity among community. 15. Means of
GENERAL MEANING
The word 'have-not' is specifically used for those human beings who are deliberately denied of the means of livelihood by the those who welter in wealth. The term can be better understood if it is juxtaposed with its antonym, 'have'. Apart from its direct and literal meaning, it has wider connotations. In fact, all human beings are 'haves' and 'have-nots' both in some way or the other.
1. Have-nots: Genesis and Etymological Interpretation -
The term 'have-not' was first used by Karl Marx. It was as an antithesis to 'haves'. Both the terms refer to economic unevenness in society. The 'haves' are a priviledged class with abundant resources whereas quite …show more content…
These anonyms help us understand the deeper meanings of the term ‘have-not’. 2. The Response to Questionnaire: In addition to the study of the material related to Steinbeck and Anand, this thesis also includes the inferences procured in response to a questionnaire given to the people with literary taste and social awareness. The questionnaire was prepared to fetch diverse opinions of the people. It was exclusively about the have-nots. Some forty-five people from diverse backgrounds were surveyed. The questionnaire comprised of the questions on the have-nots in general and those with reference to Steinbeck and Anand. The people surveyed have imparted their indigenous opinions, and tried to a make distinction between the have-nots in India and abroad. Their views on the have-nots in the developed as well as in the under-developed countries are partly identical. They unanimously agree that literature can change society and foster sympathy for the deprived class. Through their writings Steinbeck and Anand awaken society to afford conducive conditions to the poor – the have-nots and to all those standing last in the row of mankind. They must be provided the minimum resources …show more content…
Rule of Law. 11. Job security. 12. Protection of Environment. 13. Creativity: art and culture, inventions and discoveries. 14. Companionship: camaraderie, solidarity among community. 15. Means of