Question

Which of the following novels is/are predominantly set in Bombay?

• A. Kiran Nagarkar, {Ravan and Eddie}
• B. Rohinton Mistry, {A Fine Balance}
• C. Salman Rushdie, {Midnight’s Children}
• D. Aravind Adiga, {The White Tiger}

Hint:

A novel is considered city-centric when the urban space strongly influences its characters, themes, and narrative progression.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, B, C

Step 1: Analyze each novel’s primary setting.
(A) Ravan and Eddie: The novel is largely set in a Mumbai (Bombay) chawl and presents the city as a dominant backdrop shaping the characters’ lives.
(B) A Fine Balance: Although the city is not explicitly named, it is widely interpreted as Bombay, and most events unfold within this urban space.
(C) Midnight’s Children: Bombay plays a crucial role, especially during Saleem Sinai’s formative years, making it a major setting.
(D) The White Tiger: The narrative mainly focuses on Delhi and Bangalore rather than Bombay.
Step 2: Conclusion.
Therefore, the correct answers are (A), (B), and (C).