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Ragged man and children, Kashmir
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Ragged man and children, Kashmir
A ragged man with a sack on his head for shade, stands and poses for a photograph in the street with his two small daughters Date: 1986
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1986 Daughters Eighties J And K Jammu Kashmir Peasant Poor Portraiture Pose Posing Poverty Ragged Sisters Srinagar Worker
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This poignant photograph, captured in the heart of Kashmir, Srinagar, in 1986, portrays a moment of resilience and love amidst poverty. The ragged man, dressed in tattered clothes and wearing a sack on his head for shade, stands proudly with his two small daughters. The sisters, clad in traditional Kashmiri attire, gaze intently at the camera, their expressions a mix of curiosity and apprehension. The 1980s in Jammu and Kashmir were marked by economic hardships and political instability. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the daily struggles faced by many families during that period. Despite their meager circumstances, the father's love for his children shines through as he poses for the photograph, offering a brief moment of normalcy in an otherwise chaotic world. The photograph, taken in the bustling streets of Srinagar, is a testament to the power of portraiture to capture the essence of a moment in time. It invites us to reflect on the human condition and the strength and resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion, and the need to recognize and address the root causes of poverty and inequality.
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