Capitalism and Inequality in Aravind Adiga's The White Tiger - Lecture 17

Explore the complexities of capitalism and development in India through a 48-minute lecture analyzing Aravind Adiga's novel "The White Tiger." Delve into the challenges of dismantling entrenched inequalities, the impact of corruption and rent-seeking behavior, and the influence of religious history and caste structure on economic progress. Examine entrepreneurialism in the Indian context and connect themes from the novel to broader discussions on capitalism. Learn about the novel's key characters and their symbolic representations, and gain insights into India's socio-economic landscape. Conclude with a video providing background on India and the SELCO initiative, offering a comprehensive understanding of the country's development challenges and potential solutions.

- Chapter 1. Introduction
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- Chapter 2. White Tiger: Darkness
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- Chapter 3. White Tiger: The Stork, the Raven, the Wild Boar and the Buffalo
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- Chapter 4. White Tiger: Is Corruption a Fairly Major Issue in Indian Society?
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- Chapter 5. White Tiger: The Caste System in India
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- Chapter 6. White Tiger: Balram's Economic Weaknesses
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- Chapter 7. Video: India Background and SELCO
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