An Analysis of Meditative Realism through the Novels of Vikas Sharma

This research article proposes to discuss the novels of Vikas Sharma in the light of Meditative Realism. Different theories of existential reality, based on the Indian Schools of Philosophy, have been introduced. As these philosophical principles are descriptive, they facilitate an individual with independent self- analysis. It depends on the mental environment of the truth- seekers whether they follow or reject them. Indian intellectuals can hardly escape from the careful considerations of these principles. The narratives in the novels of Vikas Sharma appear to bring forth the realism blended with the romantic approaches of life. His realism sparks with the enlightening principles of Indian philosophers. He focuses his narratives on the philosophical considerations of Vedanta including Charavaka, Buddha and Mahavira. The article deals with the analytical study of the narratives and highlights the deeds and mindset of the leading characters in given situations in his famous novels.