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Shashi Deshpande’s art of characterisation in *The Binding Vine* is subtle, introspective, and rooted deeply in the psychological and social realities of her characters. Her approach often focuses less on dramatic external action and more on the nuanced inner life of her protagonists, reflecting the conflicts, dilemmas, and silent struggles that define contemporary Indian women. This makes her narratives highly introspective and allows readers to engage with her characters on an intimate and empathetic level. Urmi, the central character in the novel, exemplifies Deshpande’s skill in creating multi-dimensional, realistic figures whose complexities are revealed gradually through reflection, dialogue, and social interactions rather than overt exposition. Urmi’s character is crafted with psychological depth. She is depicted as a woman grappling _________ _________ __________ __________ _______ ________.
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