In “The Cabuliwallah,” how does Mini’s desire to interact with the fruit seller affect the plot of the story?

The Cabuliwallah

A. It provides the opportunity for the fruit seller to improve his business.
B. It sets into motion the relationship between the fruit seller and the family.
C. It causes Mini’s father to abandon his writing to protect his daughter.
D. It helps Mini’s father explain cultural differences to his daughter.

B. It sets into motion the relationship between the fruit seller and the family.

Mini's desire to interact with the fruit seller leads to them forming a close bond, with the Cabuliwallah becoming a regular visitor to their house. This relationship eventually plays a significant role in the plot of the story, as it leads to a misunderstanding and a dramatic turn of events between Mini's father and the Cabuliwallah.