Description
A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth is a sprawling novel set in post-independence India, following the lives of four interwoven families. The central plot revolves around Mrs. Rupa Mehra’s search for a “suitable boy” for her daughter, Lata. Torn between love and family expectations, Lata navigates relationships with three suitors—Kabir, Haresh, and Amit—before making her final choice. Meanwhile, the novel explores themes of politics, religion, caste, and societal change in 1950s India. Rich in historical and cultural details, it paints a vivid picture of a nation in transition.






