ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -In April, 14-year old Harrison was taken away from George and Hazel for plotting to overthrow the government.

Detailed explanation-2: -In Harrison Bergeron, the American government was overthrown for the purpose of removing competition. This mean everybody gets paid the same, their grades have to be average, but most importantly, they have to wear bands on their heads that protect them from thinking ideas that conflict the government.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Handicapper General and a team of agents ensure that the laws of equality are enforced. One April, fourteen-year-old Harrison Bergeron is taken away from his parents, George and Hazel, by the government. George and Hazel aren’t fully aware of the tragedy. Hazel’s lack of awareness is due to average intelligence.

Detailed explanation-4: -In ‘Harrison Bergeron, ’ the conflict between Harrison and his society is resolved when he is shot and killed by Diana Moon Glampers, the Handicapper General. Harrison has escaped from government custody with the intent of overthrowing the government so he can live life without artificial impediments.

Detailed explanation-5: -Diana Moon Glampers The Handicapper General of the United States. Diana Moon Glampers is in charge of dumbing down and disabling those who are above average. It is her minions who enforce the handicap laws and create new hindrances for superior beings such as Harrison.