Why does Nikhil want Bimala to experience the outer world?

Who is Bara Rani, and what is her relationship with Nikhil and Bimala?

Compare and contrast Sandip and Nikhil.

Why does Sandip make Bimala feel she is two people?

How does Bimala feel about Amulya?

What is the significance of the six thousand rupees?

How do Bimala's feelings for Nikhil and Sandip change throughout the novel?