R.K. NARAYAN'S FICTION: A WINDOW TO INDIAN CULTURE AND ITS CONFLICTS - IJELR Journal Article

This research article analyses the fiction of R.K. Narayan as a rich literary medium for understanding Indian culture, traditions, and social values. Through his fictional town of Malgudi, Narayan portrays everyday life in India with simplicity, humour, and cultural depth. The article examines how Narayan’s novels and short stories reflect various aspects of Indian society including family relationships, religious beliefs, ethical values, and social customs. The study highlights Narayan’s ability to blend realism with cultural symbolism, presenting Indian life in a manner that is accessible to both Indian and international readers. His narratives portray the complexities of modernity and tradition while maintaining a deep respect for Indian cultural heritage. The article argues that Narayan’s fiction serves as a literary window through which readers can understand the moral philosophy, social dynamics, and cultural ethos of Indian society. This resource is relevant for students and scholars of Indian English Literature, Cultural Studies, Postcolonial Literature, and Comparative Literature.