Abstract
Post-colonial theory has remained one of the most appealing academic topics of study since the Indiansubcontinent gained independence from colonial rule. The term "subaltern" is a product of the post-colonial era,which has given rise to a vast body of literature. The definition and features connected with the term "subaltern"have changed dramatically as a result of socioeconomic conditions. Arundhati Roy, a conscious writer, hasfocused her second novel, “The Ministry of Utmost Happiness”, on contemporary socio-political issues that arepertinent to the study of "subaltern," particularly in the South Asian context. As the work is dedicated to "TheUnconsoled," it is essentially about everyone and everything happening in quickly changing India, notably aboutdisplaced and marginalised people . Transgender issues were raised by the protagonist or primary character ofthe literature. Other persistent issues such as gender discrimination, caste inequity, capitalism, and a slew ofother sociopolitical issues were also addressed. S Roy is a prolific author who has written works on capitalism,globalization, and democracy. As a result, The Ministry of Utmost Happiness is definitely and instinctively anexplosion of the author's observations of "The New Subaltern" who are victims of social and political injustice.As a result, the purpose of this article is to look at Roy's portrayal of "The New Subaltern" in a democratic Indiasetting through her characters, who are framed in a post-colonial position.