- "unkempt, sloppy and slovenly", "disorganized in her dress, housework, and the care of her child", "never had any proper work in hand, yet never seemed to have time for anything", "would rage and stamp and let fly at her"
"Punishment" is a short story written by Rabindranath Tagore. The theme of the story revolves around false justice. Radha Rui is the wife of Dukhiram Rui who killed her out of anger and distress. The character of Radha has been described as "unkempt, sloppy and slovenly." She is said to be an unorganized person in her work and in looking after her household and children. She remained busy doing things but never gave the best results out of them.
