How do the hawkers act as a social and cultural outlet of the people?

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The street hawkers are an important part of the urban society as they provide various goods and services to the middle and lower middle-class urban population.
They act as a social and cultural outlet for the people in the following ways:

1. They serve as the place for social gatherings. For example, some hawkers like the tea vendors help in establishing social relations among people. Their shops become a place for discussions on various topics.
2. People relax at these places after a long tiring day at work.

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