An Inclusion of Societal and Cultural Sensitivity Inbhagat’s Two States

Abstract

This paper deals with societal and cultural sensitivities in the novel 2 States: The Story of My Marriage. Bhagat’s novel Two States is partly an autobiographical novel focused on the theme of love and marriage, which relates cross-cultural encounters and explores two states, namely Punjab and Tamil Nadu. This story significantly represents issues related to the middle-class sensibilities and multicultural sensitivities of contemporary Indian society. The novel Two States also mirrors the Indian mindset; conflicts between South and North India point to inter-community and inter-state marriage. Furthermore, the paper sheds light on the socio-cultural clashes arising out of socio-cultural diversities.