Khuda Ki Basti (God’s Own Land) is one of the most important novels in Urdu literature. It shows the struggles and hardships of people in Pakistani society after independence. The story highlights the problems faced by the common people during that time.
The novel was so impactful that it was made into a TV series by Pakistan Television (PTV) in its early days. It has also been translated into 11 major languages, including English, with the title God’s Own Land.
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Summary / Review of Khuda ki Basti Novel:
Khuda Ki Basti is a powerful novel that highlights the struggles of poor people living in the slums of Karachi and Lahore during the 1950s. The story mainly revolves around a young widowed mother with three children. She is jobless, has no family support, and no hope for a better future. A man from her neighborhood pretends to propose marriage, but his true intention is to exploit her family, especially to get close to her young daughter. He stops at nothing to take advantage of their helplessness.
Khuda Ki Basti novel also introduces us to Raja, Shami, and Nosha—three teenagers from underprivileged families. Nosha works at a motor workshop but often steals from the shop to earn some extra money. Raja helps a beggar and lives in an abandoned building. Shami, on the other hand, helps out at his father’s small shop but is also involved in gambling and petty theft. These boys are willing to do anything to earn money, no matter how risky or wrong it might be.
At the same time, the story shows another side of society—people who want to make a difference. A group of well-meaning individuals decides to help the poor by ending poverty and educating slum residents. To achieve this, they form an organization and later realize they need political power to make real changes. They enter the elections but soon face challenges as selfish people prioritize their personal interests over the welfare of the poor.
Overall, Khuda Ki Basti is a masterpiece of Urdu literature. It paints a vivid picture of the struggles of the underprivileged and the efforts to bring positive change in society. If you haven’t read this novel yet, it’s a must-read for everyone. And if you have, we’d love to hear your thoughts—please share your opinions in the comments below!
For urdu readers, you may also like to read Shahkar (Short Stories) by M.A Rahat, Ishq-e-Janam by Emaan Zahra, Aik aam Si Larki by Nighat Abdullah and Jannat ky Pattay by Nimra Ahmed.
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