Voices of Liberation: Socio-Political Narratives in Asif Currimbhoy's Plays

Authors

  • Meenakshi  Research Scholar, Department: English, Baba Mastnath University, Asthal Bohar, Rohtak, India
  • Dr. Deepak Yadav  Assistant Professor, Department: English, Baba Mastnath University, Asthal Bohar, Rohtak, India

Keywords:

Asif Currimbhoy, Indian Theatre, Liberation, Socio-Political Issues, Social Realism, Postcolonial Identity, Marginalization, Cultural Dilemmas, Dramatic Narratives.

Abstract

This research delves into the profound thematic exploration of liberation in Asif Currimbhoy's plays, highlighting his critical engagement with the socio-political issues of Indian society. Currimbhoy's dramaturgy encapsulates the struggles for identity, societal constraints, and the pursuit of freedom, reflecting the multifaceted dimensions of liberation. Through an in-depth analysis of selected plays, including "Inquilab," "Sonar Bangla," and "The Refugee," the paper examines Currimbhoy's portrayal of the marginalized and oppressed, as well as his critique of societal norms and political turmoil. His works serve as a mirror to the socio-economic disparities, cultural dilemmas, and the quest for personal and communal freedom in postcolonial India. Currimbhoy's unique blend of social realism and dramatic flair not only brings to life the voices of the voiceless but also prompts a reevaluation of the concept of liberation in the contemporary Indian context.

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2023-08-10

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Volume 10, Issue 4, July-August-2023

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Meenakshi, Dr. Deepak Yadav "Voices of Liberation: Socio-Political Narratives in Asif Currimbhoy's Plays" International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology(IJSRST), Online ISSN : 2395-602X, Print ISSN : 2395-6011,Volume 10, Issue 4, pp.607-619, July-August-2023.