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The evolution of women characters in Suchitra Bhattacharya's Novels: A study of themes and representations
Authors
Ku Priyanka
Abstract
Suchitra Bhattacharya, one of the most prominent contemporary Bengali
women novelists, is widely acclaimed for her nuanced portrayal of women’s
lives, struggles, and aspirations in a changing socio-cultural landscape. Her
novels depict the evolution of women characters from passive victims of
patriarchal norms to individuals asserting autonomy, identity, and agency. This
study explores the thematic concerns and representations of women in
Bhattacharya’s works, examining how issues such as marriage, motherhood,
career, sexuality, and social justice are intertwined with the broader
discourse on gender. Through a close reading of selected novels, the paper
analyzes how Bhattacharya reflects both the constraints imposed on women and
their gradual negotiation of freedom within personal and public spheres. The
evolution of her female protagonists—from traditional to modern, from silence
to voice—highlights the complexities of gender roles and the ongoing
transformation of women’s subjectivities in Indian society. By situating her
characters within the socio-political contexts of urban middle-class Bengal,
this study demonstrates Bhattacharya’s contribution to feminist literary
discourse and her role in shaping contemporary representations of women in
Indian literature.
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Pages:7-12
How to cite this article:
Ku Priyanka "The evolution of women characters in Suchitra Bhattacharya's Novels: A study of themes and representations". World Journal of Applied Research, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 7-12
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