Literature being an imitation of the real world was an idea propounded centuries ago. Plato and Aristotle had discussed the idea of “Mimesis” ( Greek for imitation) in their countless theoretical discussions. A work of art always takes inspiration from what the artist perceives and believes. Therefore, literature only shows an image of society concerning the writer’s perception. According to Plato, “Poetry is twice removed from reality”. This means that on one hand, you may read a very close inspection of homosexual relations, for example in Ismat Chughtai’s work, but on the other hand, the same scenario might be a platonic affair in other writer’s eyes. In the end, however, both works will show a relationship between two people in close quarters at a superficial level. Aristotle saw literature as an expression and representation of life, and he also appreciates it if it is simply pure aesthetics. This means that even if a piece of literature does not boast of a moral compass, the expression of an idea, an issue, or simply life is enough to be appreciated. To sum it up, literary artists have always had a keen interest in mirroring society, but how well we acknowledge and comprehend it is also meaningful.