Module: | Psychology, Symbolism & Themes
Q38: Consider the following statements regarding the narrator's psychological defense mechanisms:
1. By consciously deciding never to step off the train to investigate, the narrator retains absolute psychological control over the narrative of their romance.
2. The narrator deliberately cultivates a state of "not knowing" to shield himself from the profound emotional pain of discovering she might be dead or married.
3. To cope with his overwhelming guilt, the narrator seeks professional psychological counseling during his final year at college in Delhi.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. The narrator deliberately cultivates a state of "not knowing" to shield himself from the profound emotional pain of discovering she might be dead or married.
3. To cope with his overwhelming guilt, the narrator seeks professional psychological counseling during his final year at college in Delhi.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: A
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.Structural Breakdown: Deliberate ignorance ensures she remains young in his mind.
Historical/Related Context: He chooses safety over messy reality.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 3 is incorrect because he never seeks professional help.