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The Bandit Queens

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by Parini Shroff

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Does this book reflect real life in India or is it based on Western perceptions & stereotypes ?
Caroline D’cruz I’m Indian & yes this book does reflect real life in India too an extent, except for the murder part.
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Was Karem really one of the "good-guys," or did he enable the alcoholism in the community?
Nicoletta Domtilla Karem... I would not say he was bad just because he sold Alcohol. It comes down to the choices we make. A lot of people drink alcohol and they do not …moreKarem... I would not say he was bad just because he sold Alcohol. It comes down to the choices we make. A lot of people drink alcohol and they do not go beating their wives. However, him not telling Geeta about Ramesh being alive knowing how she was being ostracised by the community made him a bit of an ass. (less)
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