<P> Nikhil is seen and described as an educated and gentle man . He is from kulin aristocratic family of landlords, and his family prides themselves in beautiful women . However, Nikhil is different in that he married not only a poor woman, but also one who was not particularly attractive . He is also unpopular in the town because he has not joined them stating, "I am not running amuck crying Bande Mataram ." (42) In light of this, the police also suspect him of harbouring some "hidden protest ." In reality, Nikhil considers himself to be more aware of his country's role in a broader sense, and refuses to take part in Swadeshi . </P> <P> Bimala is the wife of Nikhil . She is describd as not very pretty and from a much more humble background than Nikhil . She loves her husband dearly, and enjoys being completely devoted to him . At the beginning of the novel, she seems to be confined to the traditional female role, and has no thoughts of entering the real world, even with persuasion from her husband . Her feelings make a rapid change with the occurrence of the Swadeshi movement, due to Sandip's radical influence . </P> <P> Sandip is the third major character in the novel, completing the love triangle . He is a guest in the home of Nikhil and Bimala and his revolutionary ideas and speeches have a significant impact on Bimala . He is very vocal in his anti-imperialistic views and is a skilled orator . Sandip represents characteristics that are directly opposite to those Nikhil possesses, thus drawing Bimala to Sandip . Bimala gets caught up in the ideas that Sandip presents as well as the man himself . Her seemingly increasing patriotism causes her to spend more and more time with Sandip, thereby solidifying the love triangle conflict. Sandip's first name is translated to "with dipa (light fire flame)". </P> <P> Bara Rani is Bimala's sister in law . Her relationship with Bimala is strained at best . She causes a lot of tension in the household . She also uses Nikhil to get the material items that she desires . Bimala constantly complains about her to Nikhil . Bara Rani taunts Bimala for her mingling with Sandip Babu . </P>

Rabindranath tagore novel the home and the world