INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCE RESEARCH
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The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy is a gripping story set against post-independence India that deftly incorporates post-colonial motifs. The Kerala setting of the book acts as a microcosm for larger historical and social changes. Roy deftly dissects gender dynamics, economic inequality, cultural hybridity, and social hierarchies to reveal the long-lasting psychological effects of British colonization on the country. The protagonists, negotiating the lingering effects of colonialism, represent the complex fallout, questioning established conventions and resolving the conflict between modernity and tradition. Roy reflects the macrocosm of a society struggling with its colonial past via the microcosm of human lives. The book adds to a larger conversation about the continued significance of post-colonialism in addition to capturing the essence of post-colonial India. It is a moving reminder of the complex aftereffects of colonialism, challenging readers to discuss the complex relationships between history, identity, and social change. Ultimately, it invites reflection on a country that is paving the way for a more just and inclusive future.