What do beggars represent? (quote analysis)

The description of the beggars in society show that much has changed since Amir has been away from Kabul. Beggars represent the poverty and poor conditions of the state after the Taliban take power and control. Here, the introduction of a flashback is a significant addition because it explains that the same problem exited last time Amir was in Afghanistan. However, Amir shows change by stating that at one point, his father helps the people and the beggars were few in number. Now, the beggars have increased in number and necessity and a little money in his pocket for them can not change anything.  To state that they are in every street corner is saying that there are probably entire cities and towns in poverty and despair because of the Taliban control. This quote also shows that the people who have money and power no longer help others like his father used to do. There is no longer a rich family to hand out free money to the poor and there is no longer someone who is willing to help these poor people. Overall, the introduction of beggars stands out significantly in Amir's perspective because it shows the signs of a nation in despair and suffering. Amir leaves Afghanistan in the midst of violence and  war, but upon his return, he sees nothing but destruction and poverty in every corner.