How does the relationship between rukmani's and nathan's character develop a theme in nectar in a sieve?

Explanation:

Nathan and Rukmani represent paradigmatic Indian peasants, yet the relationship they shared is dismantling the stereotypes which is the major theme of the work. Their relationship is reminiscent of typical Indian rural families where Nathan is a caring an loving husband while Rukmani is an obedient wife. They both share an affectionate bond. Rukmani's ability to read and write is appreciated by Nathan. He always supports her to grow, at the same time she stands by him in his bad times(Poverty) and takes the initiative to educate her children as it would give them power which again is a significant theme in the text. Through their relationship, Markandaya aims to highlight the themes of hardships of rural life and present a critic of issues like child marriage, poverty, suffering, Illiteracy, etc. The most intimidating feature of their relationship that keeps the readers hooked is that they combat all these obstacles and stand for each other despite all the odds.

1. this would be first person. it would be like "i walked home from school today" they are the narrator of the story and is a character as well.

2. first person because they used the word "i" in the quote.

3. i'm really not sure about this one i'm really sorry i never read it so i wouldn't know how to answer it. 

4. it would be character vs. society because everyone he meets there is always a conflict of some sort because he's stuck in his daydream.

5. it would be sadness at the loss of youth because the title itself tells us it's about age so it couldn't be about regret. and the tone just sounds sad, not angry. 

i hope this !