<Li> Political scenario of the period: The country was fighting for its liberation from colonial powers . It was the period for the growth and development of different parties and ideologies . Premchand, through the novel, expresses his stand as a socialist . Socialism is a panacea for all kinds of discrimination and exploitation . </Li> <P> The narrative represents the average Indian farmer's existence under colonial rule, with the protagonist facing cultural and feudal exploitation . It shows how the life of these characters takes shape . </P> <P> The act of donating a cow in charity, or Godaan, is considered to be an important Hindu ritual, as it helps in absolving one of sin, and incurring divine blessings . It is nevertheless, not essential . The word dharma has been used 34 times in the novel in different context and by different characters . The word connotes as religion, moral principles and values, conscience and duty . It has a different meaning to each character . </P>

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