Social theory, otherwise known as Sociological
Perspective, systematically examines social behaviors and social groups. Originating
during the enlightenment period, this theory examined the self regarding spiritual
insight. This also examined how people interacted within a
group.
In regards to Anita Desai's story "Games at
Twilight", one could examine the treatment of Ravi by his older siblings. The older
siblings continuously tell Ravi that he is a baby. This tends to damage his own personal
understanding, or lack of understanding, of who he is (enlightenment). Ravi feels
inferior and lacks satisfaction with his life. Given his insecurities, one could justify
that the story examines his life through a Sociological perspective's
lens.
Ravi's escape into the dark garage supports the fact
that he does not feel as if he can be a true part of the group (examination of social
groups within a society--Ravi's family). Given that, in the end, he removes himself from
children's play all together, he admits that he has no place in the social group of his
family.
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