Social status determines one's life trajectory from "summary" of Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo
In Annawadi, a slum near the Mumbai airport, social status holds the power to shape destinies. For those residing in the slum, where sewage and disease are rampant, where corruption and exploitation run rampant, social status is the determining factor in the trajectory of their lives. The divide between the haves and the have-nots is stark and unforgiving, with those at the bottom of the social ladder facing insurmountable obstacles in their quest for a better life. Abdul, a young garbage sorter with dreams of providing for his family, finds himself trapped in a cycle of poverty and desperation. Despite his hard work and determination, his low social status condemns him to a life of struggle and hardship. The residents of Annawadi are constantly reminded of their place in society, with opportunities for education, employment, and advancement reserved for those with higher social standing. As Abdul navigates the treacherous waters of life in the slum, he is confronted with betrayal, corruption, and violence at every turn. His efforts to improve his ci...
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