Aravind Adiga, a notable author, was born on October 23, 1974, in Madras, India, now known as Chennai. He spent his formative years in the southern part of the country, Mangalore, where he received his early education at Canara High School and St. Aloysius College. His academic prowess was evident as he secured the top spot in his state in the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination in the year 1990. After completing his schooling, Adiga pursued higher education at Oxford University and Columbia University.
Adiga's professional journey includes contributions to various prestigious publications. His articles have been featured in The New Yorker, the Sunday Times, the Financial Times, and the Times of India. His literary career took a significant turn in 2008 when his debut novel, The White Tiger, won the esteemed Man Booker Prize for fiction. This recognition brought Adiga into the limelight and established him as a prominent voice in contemporary literature.
Following the success of The White Tiger, Adiga published a collection of short stories titled 'Between the Assassinations'. His second novel, 'Last Man in the Tower', was released in 2011. Adiga's latest novel, 'Selection Day', was published in 2016. His works have been well-received, earning him a place among the notable authors of his generation. Despite his international success, Adiga remains connected to his roots, residing in Mumbai, India.