Explanation:

- Shashi Tharoor ??

- An Era of Darkness: The British Empire in India is a celebrated book by Tharoor.

- He critiques the British colonial rule and its effects on India.

- Awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2019 for his impactful work.

- Ramchandra Guha

- A renowned historian and author.

- Known for books on environmental, political, and historical themes in India.

- Romila Thapar

- Celebrated historian with a focus on ancient Indian history.

- Has written extensively on Indian society and culture.

- Vikram Seth

- Famous for his novel, "A Suitable Boy".

- Known for poetry and fiction with rich narrative styles.