ARVIND ADIGA'S 'THE WHITE TIGER' A PERSPECTIVE OF SOCIAL EVILS

Abstract

Arvind Adiga is one of the most provoking writers of modern India. He tries to focus on the miserable plights of the downtrodden or the poor in modern society. He writes for the welfare of human beings. He manifests rendering evils of Indian society in the 21st century. His only aim is to voice against such evils like corruption, politics, social status and bribes. Arvind Adiga's 'The White Tiger' , a man booker prize novel,  is a novel of social evils that are prevalent in modern indian society. It attacks poverty and inequality with unsentimental approaches. The novel focuses on the current Indian condition of the poor where there is no means of happiness in their life. The novelist presents a realistic picture of the poor, living in Indian culture. It shows the violent and aggressive impact of authority on the poor in contemporary society. The novel depicts the character of Balram who tries to  live a life of freedom but he becomes the victim of poverty and injustice. Through this novel 'The White Tiger' Adiga wants to create social awareness towards sach community in India.