Journal of Women's Studies: University of North Bengal

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The study of gender inequalities is a widely used trope in feminist philosophy. Discrimination, objectification (sexual), inequality, sexism, stereotyping, literature and aesthetics that are fundamental to feminist criticism are the central themes of the research papers here.

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    Tradition versus modernity: a comparative study of Sunity Devi and Gayatri Devi works (1921-1976)
    (University of North Bengal, 2024-12) Lama, Sulakshana
    This research examines the contrasting themes of tradition and modernity. It focuses on the autobiographies of two prominent Indian princesses, Sunity Devee and Gayatri Devi. Both works delve into their experiences before and after India's independence, providing insights into the changing societal norms of the time. Despite being of royal status, these women encountered the challenge of harmonizing traditional values with modern influences. Their autobiographies offer a distinctive perspective on their adaptation to changing cultural environments, illustrating their personal growth as they interacted with traditional and modern aspects within Indian society. Through their narratives, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities faced by women in positions of power during a time of significant political and social change. Sunity Devee and Gayatri Devi's stories serve as valuable historical documents that shed light on the evolving roles and expectations for women in India during the 20th century.
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    Marriage and Divorce over the Decades: An Analysis of the Portrayal of Marital Relationships in Select Indian English Fictions
    (University of North Bengal, 2023-12) Chatterjee, Kaushik
    The institution of marriage developed early in human society had its foundations in love, companionship, commitment, and mutual respect. The traditional view of marriage in India saw the institution as a bond for several lives. With exalted status given to men, the institution extended limited agency to women. Divorce became heavily stigmatized and discouraged. The issue of marital conflict is one of the dominant themes in Indian English fiction. Raja Rao, Arun Joshi, Kamala Markandaya, Nayantara Sahgal, Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, Bhabani Bhattacharya, Shobhaa De, Anita Desai, and many others frequently have used the theme of marriage and divorce as one of the central motifs in their works. The paper discusses marital strife in The Serpent and the Rope by Raja Rao and The Day in Shadow by Nayantara Sahgal. Raja Rao's novel was published in 1960, and Nayantara Sahgal's book was published in 1971. The paper discusses the theme of marriage and divorce in the two novels published a decade apart to examine whether the approach to marriage and marital differences has changed in a decade as represented in literature.