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The overarching goal of the White Tiger is to satirize the unjust and corrupt societal structures present in India whilst drawing critique upon the economic injustices. Adiga masterfully employs dualism and opposition to highlight the stark disparities within society. We witness the stark contrast between lightness and darkness, rich and poor, as well as the complex relationships between servant and master. As Balram puts it, "do we loathe our masters behind a facade of love - or do we love them behind a facade of loathing?" This dualism underscores the complexities of the characters' lives.​ Euripides' "Medea" develops a profound exploration of dualism and opposition. Medea represents extreme emotion, while Jason embodies extreme logic (pathos vs logos). Their tumultuous relationship is rife with opposition, as Medea's emotional turmoil clashes with Jason's calculated decisions. Medea also confronts societal norms by defying gender roles, challenging the notion that women should silently endure dissatisfaction in marriage while men seek solace elsewhere. Indeed, such gender roles are paralleled in the chronicle of a death foretold by Gabriel Garcia Marquez where Pura vicario exclaims that her daughters would be "perfect wives" given their supposed acceptance of 'perpetual suffering.'​ In Shakespeare's "Othello," dualism and opposition take center stage. Othello, referred to as "the Moor," is dehumanized through racist terms, while Desdemona is associated with purity and beauty. This stark contrast accentuates the destructive power of jealousy and racism in society. The dramatic irony in "Othello" is striking, as the audience knows Iago's malicious intentions while the other characters remain oblivious. This technique creates tension and anticipation, making us acutely aware of the impending tragedy.​ Moreover, both humor and satire are readily present within "The White Tiger" and "Medea". Humor is the quality of being amusing or comic, while satire uses irony and ridicule to criticize societal vices. "The White Tiger" utilizes satire to expose the contradictions and injustices within Indian society, notably through the concept of the 'Rooster Coop.' This metaphorical representation shows how the poor are trapped within a system that thwarts their escape from dire circumstances.​ In "Medea," humor and satire are more subtle but equally effective. The audience's knowledge of Medea's vengeful plans long before the other characters creates dramatic irony. This adds depth to the story and keeps the audience engaged in the unfolding tragedy.​ Our final techniques are dramatic structure and perspective. "The White Tiger" and "Chronicle" both employ unreliable narrators and non-linear storytelling. Balram, the narrator of "The White Tiger," recounts the story from the future in the form of an embellishing epistolary novel, making him an unreliable narrator. Foreshadowing of significant events, such as Mr. Ashok's murder, is used early on, deviating from the typical narrative structure. Similarly, "Chronicle" is told from 27 years in the future, with an unreliable narrator who wrestles with memory and the nature of truth in a fractures sense of post-modernism and magic realism. Both narratives challenge the conventional storytelling format, emphasizing the complex nature of their respective stories.