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October to December 2024 Article ID: NSS8853 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:38 Download: 7 DOI: https://doi.org/ View PDf
Exploring Women's Consciousness and Challenges in the Literary Works of Arundhati Roy: A Feminist Discourse on Modern Literature
Mr. Vipul Pandya
Research Scholar,NIMS University Rajasthan, Jaipur (Raj.)
Abstract: This paper examines
the portrayal of women’s experiences and challenges in the works of Arundhati
Roy, emphasizing her feminist perspectives. Through an analysis of The God of Small Things
and The Ministry of Utmost
Happiness, along with essays such as The Algebra of Infinite Justice, Roy’s
critique of systemic injustices like patriarchy and caste is brought to light.
Her narratives present women as resilient and capable, even in the face of
significant hardships, while addressing the compounded struggles arising from
caste and class inequalities.
Roy’s literature highlights the intersectionality of
caste, class, and gender, offering a powerful critique of the social structures
that perpetuate oppression. By addressing issues such as gender discrimination
and societal expectations, her works contribute meaningfully to contemporary
feminist discourse. The study underscores Roy’s ability to portray women not
merely as victims but as active agents of change, navigating personal and
systemic challenges with strength and determination. Her contributions to
feminist literature are both insightful and transformative, advocating for a
more inclusive and equitable society.
Keywords -
Women’s Consciousness, Feminism, Intersectionality, Modern Literature, Caste,
Patriarchy, Resistance, Socio-Political Critique.