Through characters like Sudha, Vinti, and Pammi, Bharati presents a complex picture of Indian womanhood. The novel explores the limited agency of women, the societal taboo around pre-marital relationships, and the ways in which women navigate a world dominated by male expectations.
Dharamvir Bharati wrote a story that warns us relentlessly: Do not play God with someone’s heart. Chander wanted to be a deity above sin, but he ended up becoming the most sinful of all—a man who destroys love because he is too proud to accept it.
An idealistic and sensitive young man who views Sudha with a purity that borders on worship.