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“Kafan” is one of the most powerful and widely discussed short stories written by Munshi Premchand, a pioneer of modern Hindi and Urdu literature. This bold and deeply unsettling narrative highlights the grim reality of poverty, social injustice, and human insensitivity through the tragic tale of a father and son coping with the death of a family member.Written in simple yet impactful Hindi, Kafan is known for its realism, emotional depth, and critical tone, questioning society’s moral responsibilities. It remains a key part of school and university curriculums and is often cited in discussions on social reform, literature, and Indian rural life.A must-read for students, literature enthusiasts, and researchers, this story reflects Premchand's unmatched narrative skill and empathy for the marginalized.