Sharmaji

by

Anjana Appachana

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Maska

Maska is a Hindi term meaning to flatter, butter up, or impress. Sharma often accuses some of his coworkers of practicing maska, implying that they have advanced not through genuine achievement but by currying favors… read analysis of Maska

Peon

In South Asia, a peon is an office boy, assistant, or orderly of some kind, one of the lowest ranking positions in the workplace. read analysis of Peon

Paan

Paan is a chewable compound of areca nuts, slaked lime, and betel leaves, popular throughout South and Southeast Asia. Paan is addictive, has stimulant and narcotic effects, and can be chewed together with tobacco and… read analysis of Paan