Godan was ostracized due to the themes and characters that Premchand portrayed in the novel.

• Focus on Poverty and Social Issues: Godan realistically depicts the harsh realities of rural Indian society, including poverty, exploitation by landlords and moneylenders, and the struggles of the marginalized.
• Critique of Traditional Social Structures: Premchand's critical portrayal of the traditional caste system and the corruption within it was seen as challenging the existing social order.
• Realistic Characters: The characters in Godan are flawed and complex, representing a departure from idealized portrayals and highlighting the moral ambiguities within society.

These aspects of the novel led to its ostracization by some segments of society who were uncomfortable with the critical examination of social norms and power structures.