Tradition and modernity in kamala markandaya's two Virgins

The aim of this paper is to show the traditional and modern values prevailing in Indian society during Post colonial era. During that period of transition, a number of changes were taking place in Indian society. Modernization has totally destroyed the traditional culture and values that is beautifully described by kamala Markandaya in Two virgins through the character of Lalitha, who was an ambitious girl. The paper depicts the contrast between traditional simple village life and artificial and corrupt city life. The problems of dishonesty, sex abuse, adolescence, adjustment are brought to light in a beautiful way. The paper focuses on the attitude of new generation that is rebelling against the traditional values and adopts western ways of living. The aim of the paper is to show how a girl spoils her life and career as she rejects traditional Indian culture and adopts western culture.