ARUNDHATI ROY

 Arundhati Roy was born on November 24, 1961, in Shillong, Meghalaya, India. She attended the School of Planning and Architecture in New Delhi, where she studied architecture but left before completing her degree. Roy later pursued various interests, including writing and activism.

Her debut novel, "The God of Small Things," published in 1997, won the prestigious  Booker Prize for Fiction, making her the first Indian woman to receive this honor. The novel explores social issues in Kerala and garnered international acclaim.

Arundhati Roy is not only known for her literary work but also for her outspoken activism on various social and environmental issues. She has written extensively on topics like globalization, environmental degradation, and human rights.

While "The God of Small Things" remains her most celebrated work, Arundhati Roy has also written essays and non-fiction pieces. Some of her notable books include "The Ministry of Utmost Happiness" and "An Ordinary Person's Guide to Empire."

In her personal life, Arundhati Roy has been relatively private. She is known for her strong stance on social justice and her commitment to advocating for marginalized communities.