The Ministry of Utmost Happiness

Interesting Facts

• The book spans over 20 years of Indian history, including events such as the demolition of the Babri Masjid and the Gujarat riots.
• One of the central characters is Anjum, a hijra, who creates her own community in an abandoned cemetery in Delhi.
• The novel explores complex social and political themes such as the caste system, religious conflicts, and minority rights in India.
• The structure of the book is unusual: it consists of numerous interwoven stories and characters, creating a multilayered narrative.
• Arundhati Roy uses poetic language and rich metaphors to convey the depth and complexity of Indian culture and society.
• The book was nominated for several prestigious literary awards, including the Booker Prize.