• दर्शनान्तरेषु सिद्धसिद्धान्तपद्धत्याः प्रभावः

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Abstract: दर्शनान्तरेषु सिद्धसिद्धान्तपद्धत्याः प्रभावः

• POST-COLONIAL ELEMENTS IN ARUNDHATI ROY AND SALMAN RUSHDIE'S NOVELS.

SANA FATIMA Dr . Manisha Sinha

Abstract: This study investigates the postcolonial qualities of South Asian writers Arundhati Roy and Salman Rushdie's writings, with an emphasis on their depictions of colonialism, cultural hybridization, and identity quest following British empire. The research employs postcolonial theory and literary criticism to examine Roy's use of magic realism, non-linear narrative, and local dialect in his writing. It also investigates how memory and emotion shape actors' perspectives of the past and their place in society following decolonization. The study's goal is to disclose Roy and Rushdie's achievements to postcolonial writing, as well as the long-term impacts of colonization.

• IDENTITY FORMATION IN DIASPORIC WRITINGS: A STUDY OF ANITA DESAI'S BYE-BYE BLACKBIRD AND KAMALA MARKANDAYA'S THE NOWHERE MAN

BY NISHKA PANDEY

Abstract: This study explores identity formation in diasporic literature through an analysis of Anita Desai's Bye-Bye Blackbird and Kamala Markandaya's The Nowhere Man. These works delve into themes of displacement, nostalgia, and cultural assimilation as characters navigate the complexities of straddling multiple cultural worlds. Through protagonists like Dev, Adit, Sarah, and Srinivas, the texts examine the challenges of forging a new identity while coping with feelings of alienation and longing for one's homeland. The narratives also shed light on the impact of colonialism, racial prejudice, and gender dynamics on the diasporic experience. Desai and Markandaya provide profound insights into the universal quest for belonging and acceptance in a foreign land, prompting readers to contemplate the dynamic nature of identity in the face of societal, cultural, and personal influences. Through vivid character portrayals and intricate storytelling, these authors offer a compelling exploration of the human experience in diaspora communities, inviting readers to reflect on their journeys of identity formation amidst the complexities of global migration and cultural exchange.

• EXPLORING GENDER OPPRESSION AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN MUKHTAR MAI’S IN THE NAME OF HONOR, AZHAR ABIDI’S THE HOUSE OF BILQIS AND URMILA PAWAR’S THE WEAVE OF MY LIFE

SANYA USMANI Dr SURBHI SARASWAT

Abstract: Gender oppression is a pervasive and complex issue that has been the subject of intense research and investigation in the literature. This abstract delves into the exploration of gender oppression in three distinct literary works: Mukhtar Mai's In the Name of Honor, Azhar Abidi's The House of Bilqis, and Urmila Pawar's The Weave of My Life. These works provide deep insight into the multifaceted nature of gender oppression and shed light on the social, cultural and institutional mechanisms that maintain the subjugation of women in various contexts.

• Exploring Cultural Identity and Diaspora in Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake and Bharati Mukherjee’s Jasmine

Simon Sharma Dr. Reena Singh

Abstract: This paper explores how cultural identity and diaspora are depicted in Bharati Mukherjee's Jasmine and Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake. This study intends to investigate how migration shapes individual and collective identities, as well as the challenges immigrants face when navigating between their native country and adopted countries, through a thorough analysis of the author's use of narrative techniques, character experiences, and cultural conflicts. This study aims to elucidate the complex processes by which cultural identity is negotiated, built, and modified within the diasporic environment by comparing and contrasting the narratives of Lahiri and Mukherjee.

• Themes from Dickens and Current Indian Reality: A Comparative Study of Social Injustice

Aditi Sisodiya

Abstract: India is a nation rich in diversity. It is where many different cultures began. India is a country torn apart by poverty and injustice. In India, there are several varieties of social inequalities as well as a wide range of underlying causes. To understand why some social injustices, persist in India, this paper will examine some of the most prevalent forms of social injustices there, including child labor, the caste system, and the abuse of women.

• Representation of Love and Violence in little women by Louisa May Alcott and Wuthering heights by Emily Bronte

Khushi Sharma

Abstract: This study looks at the representations of violence and love in Emily Bronte's "Wuthering Heights" and Louisa May Alcott's "Little Women." The goal of the study is to identify the unique ways that thematic nuances, character interactions, and narrative structures in both novels contribute to the writers' storytelling and societal reflections. To this end, a thorough literary analysis is employed to examine these components in both novels. To offer a comprehensive understanding of how love and violence are portrayed in the context of each author's work, the study uses close reading techniques and pertinent secondary materials.

• Resilience and Collective Action: A Study of Mahar Women's Tenacity in Baby Kamble's The Prisons We Broke and The Weave of My Life by Urmila Pawar

Piya Jain, Dr Nivedita Gupta

Abstract: This study delves into the themes of resilience and collective action as depicted in two seminal autobiographical works: The Prisons We Broke by Baby Kamble and The Weave of My Life by Urmila Pawar. Focusing on the narratives of Mahar women, the analysis explores how these women navigate and resist the oppressive structures of caste, patriarchy, and poverty in Indian society. The Prisons We Broke chronicles Baby Kamble's journey from the dehumanising conditions of untouchability to her emergence as a prominent Dalit writer and activist. Through Kamble's experiences, the narrative underscores the resilience of Mahar women who confront the intersecting forms of discrimination with unwavering determination. Despite facing systemic oppression and violence, Kamble and her fellow women assert their agency through acts of resistance and solidarity, challenging the status quo and striving for social justice. Similarly, The Weave of My Life by Urmila Pawar offers a poignant portrayal of Mahar women's struggles and triumphs. Pawar's narrative delves into the intricacies of caste and gender dynamics, depicting the ways in which Mahar women negotiate their identities and forge bonds of solidarity amidst adversity. Pawar's own journey from a marginalised community to becoming a pioneering feminist writer exemplifies the resilience and resilience of Mahar women, whose collective action paves the way for empowerment and social change.

• Unreliability of Memory in Kazuo Ishiguro’s When We Were Orphans, Never Let Me Go and The Remains of the Day

Sunidhi Anand and Dr Surbhi Saraswat

Abstract: This paper examines a psychological reading of two novels by Japanese-born British author Kazuo Ishiguro, When We Were Orphans (2000) and Never Let Me Go (2005). In particular, it examines the ways in which repression and displacement, themes often cited in Ishiguro‟s earlier works, are represented with increasing sophistication and complexity in these novels

• Exploring the American Dream in F. Scott Fitzgerald's Novels: The Great Gatsby, The Beautiful and Damned, and Winter Dreams

Xena Kalra and Dr. Surbhi Saraswat

Abstract: The American Dream is a concept that has captivated writers for decades. Many authors have explored this theme in their novels, shedding light on both the promises and the pitfalls of the American Dream.

• A Psychoanalytic Criticism of War and Humanitarian Elements in “1984” by George Orwell and “A Thousand Splendid Suns” by Khalid Hosseini.

Prachi Bhardwaj Dr. Jamuna Emani

Abstract: The idea that war is a pervasive and transformative force that offers a lens through which to view the human condition has been extensively addressed in literature. This study employs a psychoanalytic method to investigate the relationship between psychological factors and the consequences of war in two significant literary works: Khaled Hosseini's "A Thousand Splendid Suns" and George Orwell's "1984".

• ‘Psychoanalysis of Agatha Christie's character - Hercule Poirot in Murder on the Orient Express and Five Little Pigs through Sigmund Freud's theory’

Saloni Saraf, Dr. Manisha Sinha,

Abstract: The major aims of the paper are to identify the traits and conduct psychoanalysis of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, the protagonist of the books Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie and Five little pigs by Agatha Christie. Regarding the research methodology, evaluation is carried out using a qualitative approach. The events and conversations in the book as well as the author's life provided the information for this study.