BASAIN- BOOK REVIEW
Basain is a poignant tale set in an unnamed hilly village in Eastern Nepal that poignantly captures the struggles of impoverished villagers caught in a vicious cycle of poverty, caste discrimination, and social injustice. Written in 1957 by Lil Bahadur Chettri, the novel vividly portrays the plight of ordinary villagers who are forced to abandon their homeland due to systemic oppression and lack of opportunities. The protagonist, Dhan Bahadur Basnet, is a poor farmer who lives with his wife, son, and younger sister. Despite his hard work and perseverance, he becomes a victim of exploitation by the village elites. The book skillfully illustrates the impact of socioeconomic hierarchies and institutionalized oppression, painting a stark picture of the rural communities of that time. THEMES AND ANALYSIS 1. Poverty and Migration: Poverty is the most dominant theme in Basain . Dhan Bahadur’s relentless struggle to make ends meet and provide for his family reflects the harsh realities face
