BOOK REVIEW

3 IDIOTS BY CHETAN
BHAGAT

Submitted By: VISHNU NAND

YADAV
Registration No.: 2103710106
Programme: BSC Nautical Science
Campus: IMU Chennai Campus
The intriguing book "3 Idiots" by Chetan Bhagat tackles the

concepts of friendship, love, and the quest of excellence. Farhan,

Raju, and Rancho, three friends who met at Delhi's Imperial College

of Engineering, are the central characters of the novel. The novel

starts with Farhan receiving a call from Raju, informing him that

Rancho, who had disappeared without a trace after college, had

been spotted. This leads Farhan and Raju to embark on a journey to

find Rancho, which sets the stage for a flashback that tells the story

of their college days.

The character of Rancho is the central figure of the book. He is a

gifted and unusual student who questions standard teaching

strategies. He encourages his companions to pursue their interests

and think creatively, which frequently gets them into difficulty with

the administration of the school. Bhagat does a great job of

outlining the shortcomings of the Indian educational system and

how it stifles creativity and innovation. Rancho's approach to

teaching is novel and inspirational. The book makes fun of some of

the antiquated teaching techniques and shows how they have a

negative impact on students' potential.

The book's plot is driven by the camaraderie between the three

heroes. Despite having different upbringings and aspirations,

Rancho, Raju, and Farhan nevertheless have an unshakable

relationship. It's fun to read about their friendship as they support

one another through the highs and lows of college life. The

characters all have distinct, charming personalities that have been

well-developed. Farhan, who is sensitive and thoughtful, finds it

challenging to get along with his father, who wants him to pursue

an engineering profession. Raju, a hard-working and motivated

student from a low-income family, is under a lot of pressure to

succeed. Pia, Rancho's potential love interest, is an intelligent,

independent woman who doesn't mind expressing her opinion.

The book also addresses topics like love, family, and pursuing

happiness. The tension in Farhan's relationship with his father, who

encourages him to pursue an engineering profession, is a significant

undercurrent that enhances the story. It also examines the

relationship between Pia, Rancho's potential love interest, Raju, and

Farhan. Bhagat expertly incorporates these ideas into the narrative,

weaving a complex web of people and connections.

The book's conclusion is both endearing and moving. When the

friends get together to attend a wedding, we learn that Rancho had

been looking for his long-lost friend Chatur and had also established

his own school with a focus on encouraging kids' passion and

creativity. A story that honours friendship, individuality, and

pursuing one's aspirations has a satisfying finish.

In conclusion, "3 Idiots" is a pleasant and compelling read that is

thought-provoking as well as enjoyable. The characters are likeable

and approachable, and Bhagat's prose is simple to read and

understand. Anyone who has encountered the frustrations of the

Indian educational system and is looking for motivation to pursue

their passions should read the book. Readers of all ages and

socioeconomic backgrounds can relate to the book's theme of

uniqueness, creativity, and the quest of excellence. A timeless

classic, "3 Idiots" will continue to motivate new generations of

readers.

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