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The struggle of life with the passage of time : Sushil Jana & Bhagirath Mishra/ প্রসঙ্গ কালের বিবর্তনে দরিদ্র জীবন সংগ্রাম : সুশীল জানা ও ভগীরথ মিশ্র
No full textAfter the advent of Bengali fictional short stories, a significant shift in their central themes was taken place after the First World War. Moving beyond personal narratives, these stories began to reveal societal truths such as class-divided structures, class struggles, and the exploitation by rulers through the authors’ writings. The struggles for survival faced by the poor and lower-class people, along with their deprivation, humiliation, and intense suffering, are vividly portrayed in the works of Sushil Jana, a contemporary writer of the time of the World War. However, the story of this lament does not stop even after the independence of India. Writer Bhagirath Mishra depicted a similar picture through his literary works. Although there is a gap of almost thirty years in the writings of the two writers, there is no particular difference in the life journey of the oppressed people portrayed in their stories. An attempt has been made to discuss these issues in this article.  
Partition and the life of the displaced: Jibanananda in context/ দেশভাগ ও উদ্বাস্তু জনজীবন : প্রসঙ্গে জীবনানন্দ
No full textPartition is a very important issue. During the partition of India in 1947, many people came to India from East Bengal due to communal riots. Here they came as refugees. But their refugee life became very difficult. Many people died of hunger and disease. The novel "Jalpaihati" written by Jibanananda Das was written during this time.Through the characters of the novel he also mixed elements of his own life. Bengal was then due to Hindu Muslim communal riots,Unsettled. The central character of the novel, Nishith, comes to Calcutta in search of a teaching job. Here, the complex economic and social aspects of the period are described through various characters
Enakshi Roy\u27s Memoir \u27Joler Bhuvan\u27: Lost Childhood and a City Character/ এণাক্ষী রায়ের স্মৃতিলিখন ‘জলের ভুবন’ : হারিয়ে যাওয়া শৈশবযাপন ও একটি শহরচরিত্র
No full textEnakshi Roy\u27s \u27Joler Bhuvan\u27 (2016) is such a memoir that is not only about her own childhood experiences, but also of various experiences of many people related to their childhood life which is nostalgic. It is reminded of the various materials left behind by many people related to their childhood life in the seventies and eighties, which are now a thing of the past. The sincere relationships of childhood, games, observance of vows, free-roaming in the bosom of nature, the tradition of fairs, the craze of puppet dancing, telegrams, postcards, inland letter cards, the khaki-coloured clothes of the postman, the coal engine of the railway car, the well-welder, the curd seller, floating paper boats in the rainwater, the wedding of dolls, etc. are being lost in the 21st century. Many of the joys of childhood life have been lost to today\u27s generation. Therefore, the various elements of that lost childhood described in the memoir have special historical significance. It is also about being a living character of a city and being intimately involved with life. That city is Jalpaiguri in North Bengal. The history of the naming of Jalpaiguri district, the horror of floods, the nature of the Karala River, the Dharla River, the Rukruka River, the discovery of the Toto caste by Enakshi Roy\u27s grandfather Jatindranath Roy, the sweetness of the language of Jalpaiguri city under the influence of the Rajbangshi language, the tradition and antiquity of the Jalpesh fair, the contribution of Nawab Hossain Mosharraf to Jalpaiguri, the words of Thakur Panchanan Barma, some historical facts of Jalpaiguri centered on Netaji-Gandhiji, historical information about the change of the route of the Darjeeling Mail, information about the city\u27s traditional shops, schools and colleges - all these things are presented in the memoir in connection with life experiences. Finally, the pain of being uprooted due to Enakshi Roy\u27s migration from Jalpaiguri to Kolkata is added. There is talk of alleviating that pain through reminiscence. The style of the memoir captures a touch of poetry. The significance of the memoir, "The Water World," lies in its transcendence of the personal to become universal and timeless
Samar Dev\u27s \u27The Tale of the Red Cross\u27: The Context: Hegemony and the Crisis of Existence/ সমর দেবের ‘লোহিতপারের উপকথা’ : প্রসঙ্গ আধিপত্যবাদ ও অস্ত্বিত্বের সংকট
No full textA custom has become very influential in human society over a long period of time. The rule is encroachment by force. The struggle for supremacy begins from here. According to this rule the powerful people inflict in human torture on common people. The writer Samar deb has written the novel about the chaotic life story of the Working-class people and their efforts to overcome it. Depicting the plight of the very common people sheltered by the suddenly rising the bed of rivers, their regular struggle in flood prone areas and struggle of supremacy with the indigenous people over the settlement of low caste destitute people who migrated to the riparian areas, being a minority in a different environment, they have to face various deceptions and neglect due to lack of proper identity cards. Attempts to classify the Bengalis of Assam as Bangladeshis, the ups and downs of their lives, their refugee problems are the main subjects of this novels. Due to the lack of fixed place for settlement, river grazing has finally become the only hope of these exploited people. The fate of homeless people has been shrouded in impenetrable darkness due to over-activity of powerful rich people. The struggling and sensitive life stories of the oppressed people are highlighted in this article. 
Harishankar Jaldas\u27 novel \u27Matsyagandha\u27: A conflict between upper and lower classes/ হরিশংকর জলদাসের ‘মৎস্যগন্ধা’ উপন্যাস : একটি উচ্চ ও নিম্নশ্রেণীর দ্বন্দ্ব
No full textHarishankar Jaldas in his novel \u27Jalaputra\u27 (2008) has shown the aspect of fishermen\u27s profession. In this novel, we get a description of what disaster the fishermen have to face when they catch fish in the sea like the Bay of Bengal, then when the fishermen bring the fish and take it in a dishonest businessman, the exploitation of moneylenders goes on indiscriminately. This professional humiliation and exploitation of fishermen is the subject of this novel. The author\u27s of \u27Matsyagandha\u27 describes also the social status of fishermen. The history of how the fishermen were abused and deprived on the basis of caste in the caste society is recorded in this novel. The novel \u27Matsyagandha\u27 by Harishankar Jaldas was first published in February 2020 from Bangladesh
Theatrical Consciousness and the Reinterpretation of Draupadi : Context ‘Nathabati Anathabat’ / শাওলী মিত্রের নাট্যচেতনার দ্রৌপদীর নবমূল্যায়ন : প্রসঙ্গ নাথবতী অনাথবৎ
No full textShaoli Mitra – A Bold and Unique Thinker, Playwriter, and Actress. Shaoli Mitra’s famous play, Nathavati Anathavat (1983), is a poignant depiction of Draupadi\u27s suffering, inspired by the Mahabharata. However, through the exquisite weaving of dramatic elements, the playwright transforms the story into a contemporary narrative of women\u27s struggles. The entire play unfolds as a storyteller narrates the tale to the audience through various expressions and techniques.
Shaoli Mitra draws specifically from Draupadi\u27s story and the social conditions of that time, choosing to focus on the position of women from beginning to end. The primary theme of the play revolves around the social plight and helplessness of women, with Draupadi as the central character. Through Nathavati Anathavat, Shaoli Mitra raises her voice against the injustices endured by Draupadis across ages. Her Draupadi becomes a representative of the politically and socially oppressed women of the present era.
The cruel societal norms devastate Draupadi\u27s life. Despite having husbands, she suffers the pain of abandonment and the betrayal of trust. The playwright vividly portrays this anguish. The play sheds light on the cowardice, greed, lust, and exploitation of men, exemplified by the Pandavas\u27 decision to gamble Draupadi away to protect their empire. Draupadi\u27s desires, agency, and even her womanhood were of little significance to them, except for Bhima, who at least tried to shield her from humiliation and suffering.
When Yudhishthira gambled Draupadi away during the dice game, Bhima was the only one to rise in protest against his brother. Yet, neither Draupadi nor the playwright places faith in the idea that brave husbands will protect oppressed women like her. Consequently, Draupadi calls for war to rid society of the sins and atrocities perpetrated by individuals like Dushasana and Duryodhana. Through the extraordinary vision of a woman from the Mahabharata, Shaoli Mitra seeks to critique contemporary times and society. This article attempts to explore that perspective
The Tradition of Folk songs in Chittagong : A Quest for identity/ চট্টগ্রামের লোকগানের ধারা : স্বরূপ-সন্ধান
No full textFolk songs in every region of Bangladesh are spontaneous creations of the local mindset of that area. Like other branches of folk creation, the folk songs of Chittagong are born from the local life of this region and are an evolving cultural element shaped by the flow of time.In the folk songs of this region, alongside the collective characteristics of the rural lifestyle, there are various exceptional tendencies for several reasons.Here ,in addition to classical music and kirtan,many diverse streams of music can be observed. In fact, the rich and diverse tradition of folk music has been practiced in this region for nearly one and a half centuries.Therefore , the folk songs of this region are considered a rich tradition of bengali folk music. The present article attempts to present a cronological intruduction to the diverse streams of folk music prevalent in Chittagong
Current relevance of Rabindranath\u27s thoughts on the colonized world: Context \u27Savyatar Sankat\u27/ উপনিবেশিত বিশ্ব নিয়ে রবীন্দ্রনাথের ভাবনায় বর্তমান প্রাসঙ্গিকতা : প্রসঙ্গ ‘সভ্যতার সংকট’
No full textThis research explores the contemporary relevance of Rabindranath Tagore\u27s thoughts on the colonized world, particularly as articulated in his essay “The Crisis of Civilization” (Sabhyatar Sankat). Written during the later years of Tagore\u27s life, the essay critiques the Western concept of civilization and its detrimental impact on India during the colonial period. Tagore argues that this notion has fueled the exploitation and oppression of colonized nations, urging Indians to reclaim their cultural heritage and reject the imposition of foreign values.
The study aims to analyze the themes within the essay, with a focus on its critique of imperialism and the lasting legacy of colonialism. It will investigate how Tagore\u27s insights remain significant in today\u27s post-colonial context, where many nations continue to grapple with the ramifications of their colonial histories. The research highlights Tagore\u27s warning against blind imitation and unquestioning obedience while encouraging critical thought regarding dominant ideologies.
By contributing to the discourse on post-colonialism and decolonization, this study underscores the necessity for renewed critiques of Western values and institutions. Furthermore, it illustrates how Tagore\u27s perspectives continue to resonate in contemporary discussions surrounding globalization, imperialism, and cultural identity
Bhāratēr prathama aitihāsik rānir gourabagāthā-Nānāghāta praśasti/ ভারতের প্রথম ঐতিহাসিক রানীর গৌরবগাথা — নানাঘাট প্রশস্তি
No full textNayanika was the first historical woman ruler in the history of ancient India. She was the wife of third Satavahana king Satakarni - I. After the death of her husband, Satakarni - I, she ruled as the guardian of her minor son. She was the first Indian woman to grace the currency of her realm alongside her consort that circulated throughout the land. She commissioned Nana-ghat inscription which is the oldest and most historically significant source for Satvahana kingdom. Her story serves as an eternal source of inspiration and reminds of the pivotal role played by woman in shaping the destiny of the Deccan civilizations. In Indian history many legendary women, like Rani Rudrama, Razia Sultana, Durgavati, Laksmi Bai, have gained immense popularity but we have heard little about Nayanika’s era. Therefor it is necessary to find out the history of the queen Nayanika’s realm
‘Maynagarh’ Context of Dharmamangal : A Review/ ধর্মমঙ্গলের ‘ময়নাগড়’ প্রসঙ্গ : একটি পর্যালোচনা
No full textDharmamangal is one of the four main branches of Mangalkavya, a literary genre that emerged in Bengali literature after the Turkish invasion. This genre flourished in the 17th century, with poets like Ruparam, Ghanaram, Ramdas Adak, Sitaram Adak, Khelaram, and Manik Ganguli contributing to its development. Set against the backdrop of the Rarh region, Dharmamangal provides a detailed account of the region\u27s history, geography, society, and culture, which is unparalleled in medieval Bengali literature. The narrative revolves around the glory of the God Dharma and the bravery of the Dom community. The epic poem meticulously follows historical legends and geographical details. Lausen, a feudal king, is the central character, with his capital at Maynagarh. The story of Maynagarh is a significant part of the Dharmamangal narrative. Despite debates about the location of Maynagarh, it is believed to be in Purba Medinipur district. The history and folklore surrounding Lausen are still prevalent in the region. Members of the royal family with the title Bahubalindra continue to reside in this regions presently. Historically, Mayna was the part of the Utkal kingdom during the medieval period. This article aims to explore the connection between the Lausen narrative and historical facts, the depiction of Maynagarh in the Dharmamangal epic, it’s its ancient history and its current location. By Examining these questions, we seek to arrive at a definitive conclusion regarding the current location and historical significance of Maynagarh in the context of Dharmamangal narrative