Arundhati Roy: A Literary Voice and Activist of Modern India

Arundhati Roy stands as one of the most influential and controversial voices in contemporary Indian literature and activism. Best known for her Booker Prize-winning novel The God of Small Things, she has also established herself as a fierce critic of social injustices, environmental degradation, and political corruption. This article explores Roy’s life, her literary contributions, her activism, and the ideological debates surrounding her work. Through a detailed analysis of her writings and public engagements, the paper examines the complex interplay between her role as a novelist and an activist, highlighting her impact on Indian society and global discourse.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Published
2025-03-19
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15698496
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Postcolonial and Cultural Literary Studies
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Arundhati Roy: A Literary Voice and Activist of Modern India

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Abstract

Arundhati Roy stands as one of the most influential and controversial voices in contemporary Indian literature and activism. Best known for her Booker Prize-winning novel The God of Small Things, she has also established herself as a fierce critic of social injustices, environmental degradation, and political corruption. This article explores Roy’s life, her literary contributions, her activism, and the ideological debates surrounding her work. Through a detailed analysis of her writings and public engagements, the paper examines the complex interplay between her role as a novelist and an activist, highlighting her impact on Indian society and global discourse.

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