A Fine Balance
Main Characters and Their Development
- Ishvar Darji - a tailor striving for a better life in the city, trying to escape the caste prejudices of the village. His fate embodies hope and disappointment, highlighting the complexity of social mobility in India.
- Omprakash Darji - Ishvar's nephew, also a tailor, who accompanies his uncle in search of a better life. His cynicism and rebellious spirit are reactions to the social injustices they encounter.
- Dina Dalal - a widow striving for independence in a world where it is difficult for women to exist on their own. With her home-based sewing business, she represents hope for self-fulfillment and financial independence despite social barriers.
- Maneck Kohlah - a student seeking opportunities beyond his oppressive family life. His journey reflects the generational divide and the dilemma between family obligations and personal ambitions.
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Novel
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