Cultural Resonance and National Aspiration: Reading Indian English Texts in the Context of Developed India@2047

DOI- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23041488

Abstract

This paper examines Indian English literature as a medium of cultural resonance and national aspiration in the context of Developed India@2047. By tracing its evolution from colonial beginnings to contemporary innovation, the study explores how literature reflects societal realities, preserves cultural heritage, and envisions India as a developed nation. Through detailed case studies of authors such as Arundhati Roy, Amitav Ghosh, Vikram Seth, and Kavita Kane, the research highlights the role of literary texts in shaping ethical, social, and cultural dimensions of nation-building. The analysis underscores literature's dual function as mirror and compass for India’s path toward economic progress, social equity, and cultural continuity.

Keywords: Cultural Resonance, Nationalism, Indian English Texts, Developed India@2047