INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journals, Open Access Journal ISSN Approved Journal No: 2456-4184 | Impact factor: 8.76 | ESTD Year: 2016
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The Mahabharata and the Ramayana, ancient Indian epics, have been passed down through generations. These tales, shaped by the historical context and the evolving philosophies of each era, offer insights into various ideologies. The present study aims to explore diverse facets of feminism and the notion of a "New Woman" while providing a renewed perspective on a prominent Hindu epic. The research seeks to challenge the societal positioning of women and contemplate the notion of female autonomy within a patriarchal framework. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni reimagines and reconceptualizes female characters from the prominent Indian mythologies, unveiling their inner strength, agency and conventional challenges. Throughout the history, women have often been unfairly blamed and made scapegoats in the pursuit of establishing dharma. Divakaruni adroitly uncovers the torment endured by the innocent women in the process of upholding dharma. The paper undertakes a comprehensive examination of feminism, emphasizing the significance of tracing the developmental journey of female characters as they evolve into robust identities.
Keywords:
New woman, Feminism, Ideologies, Indian mythology
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"Breaking Stereotypes: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s Portrayal of women in Indian Epics, The Palace of Illusion and The Forest of Enchantments", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 3, page no.d164-d168, March-2024, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2403322.pdf
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2456-4184 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.76 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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