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Learning Soft Skills through the Novels of Chetan Bhagat: A Literary and Skill-Based Approach

Author(s) Mr. Ramjan Mahibub Sayyad, Mr. Vitthal Gangaram Shinde
Country India
Abstract Soft skills like leadership, teamwork, communication, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving have become just as important in the twenty-first century as technical knowledge, particularly in the business and in school. This study explores how Chetan Bhagat's well-known novels written by one of India's most popular authors today can be used as efficient learning and soft skill development tools. Through a close reading of a few chosen novels, including One Night @ the Call Centre, 2 States, Five Point Someone, and The 3 Mistakes of My Life, the research finds and examines dialogue, character arcs, and settings that highlight important soft skills. In order to bridge the gap between skill-based learning and popular fiction, this paper suggests that Bhagat's works can be utilized as easily available resources to teach professional and interpersonal skills in training and academic settings. The research also highlights how literature-based instruction can develop students who are well-rounded and prepared for problems in the real world. As educational institutions and companies alike recognize the necessity for students' and professionals' holistic development, the incorporation of soft skills training into academic curricula has accelerated in recent years. Contemporary fiction in particular provides a rich and frequently underutilized resource for acquiring these vital life skills, whereas traditional soft skills training frequently depends on workshops and simulations.
Keywords Soft Skills, Indian English Fiction, Contemporary Literature, Communication Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Literary Pedagogy, Skill-Based Learning, Character Analysis, Youth Literature, Life Skills, Educational Literature, Holistic Education, etc…
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Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-01-25
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.66866
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