Narayan’s *Kocharethi: The Araya Woman*, originally written in Malayalam, is a significant work that brings the life of the Araya tribal community of Kerala into the mainstream literary sphere. The novel is important because it presents the experiences, struggles, customs, and transformations of a marginalized indigenous community that has long remained outside dominant historical and literary narratives. Through the life of Kochuraman, Kunjipennu, and their family, the novel addresses several social, cultural, economic, and political issues affecting tribal societies. One of the central issues in the novel is the marginalization and exploitation of tribal communities. The Arayas live in remote forest regions and are often subjected to exploitation by landlords, traders, moneylenders, and government officials. Their lack of education and political awareness makes them vulnerable to manipulation. The novel highlights how tribal people lose control over their resources and labour while remaining excluded from the benefits of development. Another important issue is the relationship between tribal communities and nature. The Arayas depend on forests, hills, and natural resources for their livelihood. Nature is not merely a background setting but an integral part of their identity and culture. The novel portrays the deep ecological knowledge possessed by the community and emphasizes the disruption caused when external forces interfere with their traditional way of life. This issue gains significance in the context of environmental degradation and displacement of indigenous populations. The question