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Magic realism is a literary genre that blends the real and the fantastical in a seamless narrative where magical elements appear in an otherwise realistic environment. Originating primarily in Latin American literature through writers like Gabriel García Márquez, magic realism has found a unique and powerful expression in Indian English literature. In Indian writing in English, the genre serves as a creative device to portray the complexities of Indian society, mythology, history, politics, and the subconscious in a manner that often transcends the limitations of realist fiction. It offers an avenue for writers to explore postcolonial identities, ancestral traditions, and contemporary chaos while embedding supernatural or surreal elements in the everyday world. The key characteristic of magic realism is the coexistence of the mundane and the magical. The narrative treats both elements with equal acceptance, allowing the reader to question the boundaries between what is real and what is imagined. This technique is particularly effective in Indian literature due to the country's inherent cultural syncretism, where myths, rituals, superstitions, and spirituality are deeply interwoven with daily life. For instance, a ghost appearing at a family gathering or a character who can see the future is often depicted with no overt surprise or disbelief, emphasizing the acceptance of the mystical within the cultural context. Another defining feature is the treatment of time. Magic realist works ___ ___ _______ ___ ______ ___.
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