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@article{198144,
        author = {Yashita Sharma and Dr. Sajal Thakur},
        title = {Navigating Identity and Belonging: A Study of Parsi Family Dynamics in A Fine Balance and Family Matters},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {7997-8001},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=198144},
        abstract = {The novels of Rohinton Mistry - particularly A Fine Balance 1995 and Family Matters 2002 extend their analysis of character to encompass the most intricate relationships within and outside of the family. This paper examines the dynamic interactions and intricate emotional histories of principal characters Dina Dalal, octogenarian widow Ishvar and thin, undernourished gent Omprakash, and young son of Indian immigrants Maneck Kohlah in A Fine Balance, as well as octogenarian Nariman Vakeel, his condescending, overbearing sister Coomy, and their eccentric, long-estranged acquaintances Jal, Julia, Roxana, and Murad in Family Matters. Employing extensive quotation from the novels, this paper presents a detailed reading of how Mistry portrays physical and emotional endurance, ultimate redemption through generosity and physical aid, and precarious equilibrium in close, intimate relationships, identifying related themes without contextualization.},
        keywords = {Rohinton Mistry, Parsi Family, Family Dynamics, Navigating Identity, Character Relationships.},
        month = {April},
        }