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Module: | Psychology, Symbolism & Themes

Q30: Consider the following statements regarding the narrator's decision against making a formal inquiry:

1. Frustrated by the unhelpful locals, the narrator immediately filed a formal missing person report with the railway police.
2. The narrator deliberately avoided taking official or formal steps to find her, fearing it would shatter his romantic illusion.
3. He preferred to let her memory remain associated strictly with the magical, isolated atmosphere of the Deoli platform.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A
Only 1 and 2
B
Only 2 and 3
C
Only 1 and 3
D
1, 2, and 3 ---
✅ Correct Answer: B
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 2 and 3 are correct, while Statement 1 is incorrect.
Concept Definition: The choice to avoid investigation reveals a psychological need to protect fantasy.
Structural Breakdown: He takes no official steps.
Historical/Related Context: This inaction is the core tragedy.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 1 is incorrect because he never files a report.