Jamal Academic Research Journal : An Interdisciplinary

Learning Styles and Theories: Understanding Diversity in Learning Processes to Enhance Problem-Solving Skills

Nurwahyuni, Nihal Basha A G — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In the educational field, the learning process is a key factor that educators and education managers must prioritize. Learning styles, an essential framework for understanding how individuals process and retain information, have received significant attention. The notion that each learner has a preferred method of learning is central to many educational theories. This article explores different learning styles and theories, and examines how they can be applied to enhance students' problem-solving skills. The article uses a Descriptive Literature Study to provide a comprehensive understanding of learning styles, theories, diversity in learning processes, and how applying these theories can improve problem-solving abilities. From the review, it is concluded that learning styles impact problem-solving skills, and different learning styles influence the way students approach and solve problems. Key theories include Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory, Experiential Learning Theory, Social Cognitive Theory, and the VARK Model (Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, Kinesthetic).

Colonial Legacies and Indigenous Voices in the Novels of J. M. Coetzee

M. Kumaran, Dr. A. Abdul Hakeem — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article explores the representation of colonial legacies and indigenous voices in the works of J. M. Coetzee, focusing on his novels Waiting for the Barbarians, Disgrace, The Lives of Animals, and his later works Youth and Summertime. Coetzee’s narratives engage with the complexities of colonialism, revealing the ongoing marginalization and silencing of indigenous peoples. Through the absence of indigenous voices and the portrayal of their suffering, Coetzee critiques both historical and contemporary injustices, while examining the moral and ethical implications of colonial and post-colonial systems. The article argues that Coetzee's nuanced approach to these themes compels readers to confront the legacies of colonialism and the responsibility of reconciliation in post-apartheid South Africa.

Tales of the Land: The Oral Tradition in Contemporary Indian Travelogues

A. S. Hari Priyaa, Dr. N. Sheik Hameed — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Travel writing not only documents landscapes but also preserves voices, memories and histories through oral storytelling. This paper explores how Bishwanath Ghosh’s Tamarind City (2012), Pradeep Damodaran’s Borderlands (2017) and Monisha Rajesh’s Around India in 80 Trains (2012) integrates oral traditions into their travelogues. Ghosh uncovers hidden urban histories, Pradeep Damodaran amplifies voices from India’s borderlands and Monisha Rajesh captures fleeting yet profound exchanges on trains. By engaging with the oral narratives these writers challenge dominant historiographies transform travelogues into dynamic records of lived experiences, ensuring that voices from the margins become part of the larger narrative of place and belonging.

The Psychology of Survival: Analyzing Balram Halwai's Transformation in The White Tiger

Dr. Annie Thomas — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research article delves into the psychological dimensions of The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga, exploring the inner workings of its protagonist, Balram Halwai, against the backdrop of India's socio-economic divide. Through a psychological lens, the paper examines the transformation of Balram from a submissive villager to a self-made entrepreneur, who bears the psychological pressures of poverty, class struggle, and moral conflict. Drawing on the psychological theories such as cognitive dissonance, learned helplessness, and moral disengagement, this article sketches a nuanced understanding of how the pressures of poverty, class inequality, and exploitation shape an individual’s psyche and behaviour. Ultimately, the paper strives to uncover the complex relationship between an individual's survival instinct and the moral compromises he makes in a despotic socio-economic system. By analyzing Balram's psychological development, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of human behavior within the context of modern India's socio-political landscape.

The Light Amidst the Absurd: An Existential and Indigenous Reading of Dorianne’s Laux’s “Evening” in the Age of Climate Crisis

A. Abitha — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper offers a dual analysis of Dorianne Laux’s poem “Evening” through Existential and Indigenous perspectives, exploring the themes of pain, loss, and environmental catastrophe in the context of the climate crisis. Analyzing it through the existential lens, Laux's portrayal of the indifferent forces of nature, the relentless river, the fleeting swans and the impermanence of pain echoes, themes of inevitable mortality, absurdity and the hope forlight amidst darkness. This ray of hope is interpreted as human resilience in the face of an indifferent universe. Meanwhile, from an Indigenous perspective, the poem highlights the interconnectedness between humanity, nature, and the land, offering a mournful reflection on the disappearance of sacred spaces and the collective responsibility of the individuals to restore balance. This aligns with Indigenous beliefs about the sacredness of nature and the importance of environmental stewardship. The poem’s depiction of ecological collapse parallels with the devastating impact of climate change, which disproportionately affects marginalized communities, particularly Indigenous people. Byexamining the light amidst the absurd, the paper underscores the potential possibilities for healing and hope in a world full of misery, highlighting the urgent need for both individual and collective action to tackle the ongoing environmental crisis.

Trauma and the Journey to Healing: A Trauma Theory Approach to Patricia Grace’s Dogside Story

Y. Aafrin Jainab, A. Sumaiya Shaheedha — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Dogside Story (2001), written by the esteemed M?ori author Patricia Grace, provides a profound exploration of trauma, healing, and reconciliation set against the backdrop of a modern M?ori community. The narrative delves into the repercussions of colonialism, familial discord, and the challenge of preserving cultural identity amid societal transformations. Utilizing Indigenous storytelling techniques, Grace uncovers the intricate nature of belonging and the enduring impact of historical traumas. The analysis highlights the dual nature of trauma in the narrative, both expressed and hidden, through symbolic and linguistic elements. It explores the integration of M?ori cultural principles with psychoanalytic theory, emphasizing collective healing and reconciliation. This paper underscores the role of storytelling, rituals, and land connection in psychological recovery, advocating for indigenous knowledge systems in addressing trauma. Dogside Story offers a complex view of healing that goes beyond traditional Western psychoanalytic frameworks, promoting a culturally sensitive approach to reconciliation.

Feminine Perspective in Chitra Banerjee’s The Palace of Illusion

S Kowsalya, M. G. Thajunnisa — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni (1956) is an Indian-American award-winning writer, poet, and lecturer whose writings address issues of self-identity, immigration, and female perspectives. A few of her most notable works are The Mistress of Spices (1997), and One Amazing Thing (2010). Her work frequently merges fiction about history and realistic magic, centered around South Asian immigrants. Her novel The Palace of Illusion (2008) revisits the Mahabharata. In the story, she reimagined Draupadi and wrote from a feminine perspective. The Indian classic Mahabharata, authored from a male perspective and including Draupadi, has often been overlooked. However, she has attempted to rationalize a version of Draupadi or Panchaali. Earlier versions of mythology emphasized male characters and relegated women to the background. The author explains that Draupadi’s traits must be central. The present paper highlights Draupadi’s female voice in the narrative.

Navigating Trauma and Identity: Survivance and Resistance in Tommy Orange's There There

B Nithyashree — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Tommy Orange’s There There presents a powerful examination of the cultural endurance and intergenerational trauma faced by Native Americans living in cities. By weaving together the narratives of twelve characters who gather for a powwow in Oakland, California, the novel highlights the lasting impacts of colonial violence, the erasure of history, and systemic oppression. This analysis employs trauma theory to explore how both individual and collective traumatic memories influence the identities and coping mechanisms of the characters. Utilizing important concepts in trauma theory, including Cathy Caruth’s idea of the unclaimed experience and Dominick LaCapra’s theories regarding acting out and working through trauma, this paper investigates how orange’s characters deal with the dual challenges of personal and historical pain. This analysis explores how storytelling, cultural reclamation, and acts of resistance serve as vital means of survival and persistent marginalization. By juxtaposing the resilience of Native traditions against the fragmentation of contemporary urban existence, There There demonstrates how trauma is felt in the present while also showcasing pathways for healing and unity. Ulitimately, this study suggests that Orange’s novel critiques systemic injustices while recognizing the importance of cultural identity and community in countering erasure. Through its detailed portrayal of survival and resistance, There There underscores the intricacies of trauma while highlighting the enduring strength of Native American voices in confronting both historical and ongoing adversities.

Indigenous Trauma, Identity, and Resilience in the Select Novels of Tabish Khair

M. Mohamed Habeeb, Dr. M. Shajahan Sait — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Tabish Khair’s works, How to Fight Islamist Terror from the Missionary Position (2012) and Night of Happiness (2018), delve into themes of trauma, identity, and cultural alienation, particularly through the characters of Ahmed and Karim, whose narratives embody the larger postcolonial challenges. Unlike earlier literature that predominantly presented a colonizer's viewpoint, Khair elevates indigenous perspectives, emphasizing the trauma stemming from societal rejection, violence, and marginalization. Ahmed’s sorrow following his wife’s death during the Gujarat Riots and Karim’s experiences with Islamophobia illustrate the psychological wounds inflicted by colonization and social bias. The struggles these characters face with their identities highlight the emotional fragmentation encountered by marginalized individuals, demonstrating how trauma influences their pursuit of self-identity and acknowledgment. This analysis, informed by trauma theory, illustrates how Khair’s writings articulate the indigenous experience within a postcolonial context.

Colonial Legacy and Cultural Identity in Kiran Desai’s The Inheritance of Loss

K. Shakila Banu — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper delves into the enduring impacts of colonialism on identity, culture, and interpersonal relationships, with a particular focus on the postcolonial Indian experience as depicted in Kiran Desai's The Inheritance of Loss. This paper examines how colonial legacies still influence both individual and societal identities in modern nations through analysis. Drawing on a close examination of key characters and their psychological journeys, the study explores how colonial ideologies are internalized, leading to a complex sense of alienation and fractured self-perception. The article investigates the ways in which characters in the novel struggle with cultural displacement, the pressures of societal expectations, and the influence of colonial structures on their everyday lives. It further highlights the broader implications of these struggles, emphasizing the profound effect that colonialism has on identity formation and cultural hybridity in a globalized world. By focusing on the intersection of personal and historical narratives, the study argues that colonialism’s legacy persists in shaping how individuals relate to themselves and to the larger world. The article incorporates a detailed analysis of specific lines from The Inheritance of Loss to support its argument, examining the interplay of language, memory, and historical context. Through this in-depth analysis, the paper seeks to offer a deeper understanding of how colonialism continues to influence postcolonial identities and the complexities involved in navigating cultural assimilation and self-realization in a postcolonial world.

Articulating Trauma and Heal in Gail Honeyman’s Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine

Z. Syed Musthafa, Dr. M. H. Mohamed Rafiq — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper focuses on the character of Eleanor, the protagonist of Gail Honeyman`s Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine (2017), through the lens of trauma in general and Healing. Eleanor Oliphant, 30 years old woman, the protagonist of the novel, is a victim of the fire accident. Solitary life with painkillers, her incapacity to reach the ambulance through a phone call are the instances to assess the profound impact of trauma in her life. Besides she is a victim of harassment and exploitation by her boyfriend Declan. This paper unravels the plight of the protagonist, her expectation for compensation and the thorny path of recovery.

Reading Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal Dreams from the Point of Eco- Cosmopolitanism

P. Anu Shruthi, Dr. C. Raju — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper aims to explore the interconnectedness between humans and nature from the vantage point of eco- cosmopolitanism in Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal Dreams. Ecological health is not only concerned about natural resources but also stability to human health, economic stability and environmental responsibility. Using literature as a means to foster natural awareness to ensure that the planet we are living in is a safe and healthy place for us to live and also for the future generations. Eco- cosmopolitanism tries to encourage a more harmonious and sustainable coexistence of humans and the natural environment by bringing nature supporting laws, customs and day to day activities. Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal Dreams is analysed using ecocriticism as the theoretical tool. By applying cosmopolitanism approach to environmentalism as theoretical lenses, the paper explains how the novel brings up the themes of environmental threats, preservation, environmental citizenship and global addressing towards its conservation. The novel recognises the environmental challenges that affect all humanity irrespective of political and geographical ideologies. Barbara Kingsolver, well known for ecological perspectives promotes a sustainable environment where even ecological wellbeing is also prioritised across the world. This study deepens the understanding of environmental potential towards the human world by providing ecological values.

Impact of Cultural Identity and the Power of Storytelling in Trevor Noah’s Born a Crime

P Gopika, S. Saheetha Banu — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Trevor Noah was a South African comedian writer, political commentator. He is best known for being the host of The Daily show. This paper is going to examine the power of storytelling and the cultural identity that has faced by him. It’s about the author’s transparency about his life from the title of the book to his relationship. This work has the complete details of the experience during his childhood and how he had suffered from the history of his nation where he was oppression. On the other side he also entertained the readers by the socio-economic issues in south Africa at that time. Noah’s storytelling strategy is easily understood by all the readers who can explore the little sensitive things for themselves for entertain others.

Resurrecting Silenced Epistemes: The Imperative of Indigenous Literature in Pedagogical Paradigms

K Lakshmipriya — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Indigenous literature plays a crucial role in shaping education by preserving cultural identity, promoting linguistic diversity, and providing alternative historical perspectives. Unlike mainstream curricula, which often prioritize Western literary traditions, indigenous literature introduces oral histories, folktales, and contemporary narratives that reflect the lived experiences of indigenous communities. This paper explores how integrating indigenous literature into education fosters decolonization, environmental awareness, and social inclusivity. It examines Indian indigenous works, including those by Mahasweta Devi, HansdaSowvendra Shekhar, and Narayan, and discusses the challenges of institutional resistance, language barriers, and stereotyping in academia. The paper further highlights strategies for incorporating indigenous literature in school and university curricula, ensuring representation, empowerment, and cultural sustainability in educational institutions.

The Politics of Belonging: Nationalism and Transnationalism in Americanah

Malar A, Dharani P — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

By utilizing Nationalism and Transnationalism as theoretical frameworks, this paper examines Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Americanah in relation to global identity, belonging, and migration. The study examines the relationship between national identities and the fluidity of transnational experiences by examining Ifemelu's journey from Nigeria to the United States. It focuses on how Ifemelu's exploration of race, class and citizenship in her country of origin The author asserts that Americanah presents a nuanced examination of the limitations and possibilities of nationalism while exploring the interdependence that shapes transnational interactions in contemporary society.

A Distinct Genre Exploring Climate Change and its Threat to Mother Earth

T Prakash — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper aims to visualize the hazardous and traumatic climate conditions primarily caused by humanity's ignorance and indifference towards nature and its protection. To address this gap, often overlooked in the name of modernization, many authors from various fields, including science, arts, and social activism, have raised awareness through novels, articles, journals, and other creative works. This paper is designed to discuss in detail the pros and cons of endangered species, the destruction of trees and plants, and the resulting depletion of natural resources both on land and in space. It also explores how cyclical climate changes are occurring and the significant impact these changes have on all creatures, both on land and in water. Like many other thought-provoking ideas and concepts, this work aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving our valuable Mother Earth.

The Art of Healing: Trauma and Transformation in Sita Brahmachari’s Artichoke Hearts

Akshaya D — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Trauma narratives provide deep insights into the wounds inflicted by violence and displacement. Sita Brahmachari’s novel Artichoke Hearts (2011) takes readers on an emotional journey through the life of Jide Jackson, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide. Battling painful memories, Jide embarks on a path of healing and self-reclamation. This paper, grounded in trauma theory and postcolonial perspectives, explores Jide’s experiences of loss, identity, and survival. Drawing on scholars like Bill Ashcroft The Empire Writes Back, Cathy Caruth’s Unclaimed Experience, and Gerald Vizenor’s Manifest Manners, it examines how storytelling and community serve as essential tools for healing and resistance. Jide’s story not only reflects personal trauma but also embodies the broader history of postcolonial suffering, emphasizing the critical need to recognize and preserve indigenous narratives in literature. Jide Jackson’s journey in Artichoke Hearts exemplifies how trauma, memory, and storytelling intertwine to create a narrative of survival and self-reclamation.

Literature as Resistance: Indigenous Identity, Representation, and Voices in Erdrich’s The Night Watchman

Angela Jeyaseele X — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

: Indigenous identity, representation, and voices remain central to Louise Erdrich’s The Night Watchman, a novel that highlights Native resistance, survival, and cultural persistence. Through the story of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa’s fight against the 1953 Termination Bill, Erdrich intertwines historical events with personal narratives, ensuring that Indigenous voices remain at the forefront of historical discourse. The novel challenges settler-colonial structures by portraying resistance not only in political activism but also in the everyday struggles of Indigenous individuals. Thomas Wazhashk, based on Erdrich’s grandfather, embodies strategic resistance within settler institutions, demonstrating how Native identity negotiates and subverts colonial frameworks. Patrice Paranteau’s journey, which reflects the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, highlights the intersection of gender and Indigenous oppression, emphasising the resilience of Native women. Homi Bhabha’s Third Space theory provides a framework to analyse the novel’s portrayal of Indigenous identity as fluid and adaptive, rather than erased by colonialism. By reclaiming history through storytelling, Erdrich disrupts dominant narratives and asserts literature as a form of activism. The Night Watchman serves as a testament to Indigenous endurance, illustrating that literature extends beyond representation to function as an act of resistance, cultural preservation, and historical reclamation. Erdrich’s work reaffirms the power of Indigenous storytelling in challenging oppression, asserting sovereignty, and ensuring that silenced voices are heard.

Indigenous Wisdom and Climate Change in Amitav Ghosh’s The Living Mountain

S. Aruna Devi — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Amitav Ghosh’s The Living Mountain is a powerful ecological fable that highlights the significance of indigenous wisdom in understanding and preserving the natural world. The story critiques modern industrial expansion and its destructive impact on the environment while advocating for a holistic, sustainable relationship with nature, as practiced by indigenous communities. Through the character of Maansi, Ghosh presents indigenous ecological knowledge as a counter-narrative to capitalist exploitation and unsustainable development. The mountain, depicted as a sentient being, symbolizes the interconnectedness of humans and nature an idea deeply rooted in indigenous belief systems. This study explores how Ghosh integrates indigenous perspectives on environmental ethics, sustainability, and climate resilience. This paper aligns with real-world indigenous movements that resist environmental degradation, emphasizing that indigenous wisdom offers viable solutions to the contemporary climate crisis. Ghosh’s storytelling serves as a literary act of resistance, urging a shift from anthropocentrism to biocentrism, where nature is not merely a resource but a living entity with intrinsic value. This paper argues that The Living Mountain exemplifies the role of indigenous wisdom in climate discourse, demonstrating that reclaiming traditional ecological knowledge is essential for addressing environmental challenges. Through a fusion of spirituality, and ecological consciousness, Ghosh critiques modernity’s disconnection from nature and reinforces the urgency of embracing indigenous perspectives for a sustainable future.

Silent Struggles, Resilient Spirits: Survivance and Resistance in PerumalMurugan's Poonachi

Asha A — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

PerumalMurugan’s Poonachi: The Story of a Black Goat presents an affecting tale that centres on the life of a goat, whose experiences reflect themes of survival and resistance. Narrated from the goat's perspective, the novel explores the challenges she faces in a life defined by captivity, human domination and the harshness of nature, turning her journey into a symbolic representation of resistance against oppressive forces. This paper applies the concept of survivance and resistance to analyze how the novel uses Poonachi’s life to illustrate the resilience of marginalized beings and their fight for autonomy and dignity. Poonachi's enduring struggle amidst adversity becomes an allegory for broader human experiences of survival and defiance against systemic oppression. Through this exploration, Murugan emphasizes the importance of resilience and the inherent strength of surviving against the odds, reaffirming the value of resistance in the face of exploitation and control.

Indigenous Women’s Survival and Resistance in Linda Hogan’s People of the Whales

A. Jasmine Begam, B Rashma — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Through the viewpoints of Indigenous women, Linda Hogan’s novel People of the Whale (2008) examines the issues of identity, cultural history, and environmental conscience. Because it frequently captures the strong ties their land, their communities, and their ancestors' customs, which is essential to Indigenous women writers. Hogan’s narratives emphasize how women preserve cultural memory and how resilient they are against patriarchal systems, environmental damage, and colonization. The novel emphasizes the value of interconnectedness and respect for the natural environment while entwining the sacred tie between humans and nature. It highlights the tenacity and insight of Indigenous women as custodians of traditional knowledge while addressing the conflict between modernity and tradition. Hogan conveys a universal message about love, survival, and the restorative power of going back to one’s roots through her lyrical style and Indigenous perspective, which add an emotional depth that goes beyond the personal.This paper intends to highlight the power, endurance, and resistance of Indigenous women in safeguarding their culture, identity, and relationship with nature in the face of challenges.

Silence, Trauma, and Identity in The Silent Patient

Ariffa K — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The Silent Patient, by Alex Michaelides, centers on the interesting contraposition of silence, trauma, and identity with a nice narrative that includes things that make us think: psychology. In applying Dan P. McAdams’ Narrative Identity Theory, this paper traces the role of trauma in the process of how people develop and revise their life stories. Alicia Berenson is an artist, and she doesn’t talk anymore because of her husband, his death, and Theo Faber, the psychotherapist who has been charged to unveil her truth. The novel explores how silence and storytelling are methods, both, of coping with trauma and of maintaining identity, as shown through their coexistence in the journey of the two characters in the novel.

It is a very deep response to emotional pain and betrayal, which is silence; it’s the shield of external judgment and a form of resistance to society. However, her artwork, as was true with Alcestis, particularly is a powerful mode by which she can express, as words cannot express, the truths that would otherwise remain unspoken. On the other hand, Theo’s interest in Alicia’s story is his attempt to comprehend his unfulfilled guilt and broken identity. Theo applies McAdams’ theory by building a self-serving narrative where he becomes a savior and tries to hide his moral wounds and deeper psychological wounds. Unreliable narration shows how human beings rewrite their own life stories to switch the difficult truths.

The novel critiques the impact of betrayal and unresolved childhood trauma on identity formation. Quite simply, it embodies how people deal with their pasts by way of silence and storytelling to recognize their selves. The duality of self-expression: The tension between concealment and revelation is seen in two through-line characters: Alicia refuses to speak, and Theo incessantly makes her unable to stop narrating. McAdams’ framework provides a means of explaining how both characters remain in their lives in stories that are contaminated with trauma and lies; both attempts to create redemptive narratives get stuck.

Through this analysis of the deployed silences, art, and narrative, this paper locates The Silent Patient within more general discussions of Narrative Identity Theory, trauma, and the self. The novel drives to the point that people need to tell their own stories to understand the emotional turmoil and be given that sense of agency and provides powerful insights into the human urge to express himself (or herself) in pain and betrayal.

Myth, Identity, and Cultural Legacy: Exploring Contemporary Indigenous Writing Through “A Waterfall of Horses”

S Kowshika — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Indigenous literature is crucial for preserving cultural identity, resisting colonial erasure, and fostering intergenerational knowledge. Janice Pariat’s short story “A Waterfall of Horses” explores themes of myth, identity, and cultural legacy using oral storytelling techniques and non-linear temporality. The story is situated within Indigenous literary theory, emphasizing concepts like survivance, orality, land-based narratives, and decolonial storytelling. Pariat’s contribution to contemporary Indigenous literature is highlighted by analysing its use of mythology, representation of identity, and role in cultural resurgence. The Khasi culture of Northeast India is the context for Pariat’s work, The story uses magic realism to introduce readers to the Khasi people’s folklore, where nature, myth, and supernatural elements intersect with everyday life. The mystical imagery of the waterfall and horses highlights the deep spiritual connection indigenous communities have with their environment. The story also reflects the impact of colonialism on indigenous identities, highlighting the tension between traditional ways of life and the changes brought by colonial and postcolonial influences. The legacy of colonialism, including displacement and loss of cultural autonomy, is subtly woven into the narrative, raising questions about the survival and adaptation of indigenous traditions in the contemporary era.

Healing the Wounds: Exploring Trauma and Healing in Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner

Muthumari M — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

: The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini examines the psychological and emotional effects of trauma as well as the intricate healing process. Amir, the protagonist of this novel, is a young child from a reputed Afghan family, whose life is ruined by a childhood trauma and betrayal that have long-lasting effects on him. The betrayal of Amir's loyal servant and childhood friend, Hassan, marks a watershed in his life. For years Amir feels guilty and ashamed for not helping Hassan during a traumatic event. Amir’s identity is shaped by the agony of this betrayal and it also creates a disconnect between his recollections of Hassan and his bond with his father, Baba. His unaddressed childhood trauma continues to affect his behaviour, decisions and emotional health as an adult, highlighting the persistent nature of psychological wounds. This paper explores Resilience theory by examining how Amir and other major characters, such as Baba and Hassan, recover from their trauma and undergo the healing process. The novel shows that recovering from trauma is a difficult process. Instead, it’s a journey full of obstacles, disappointments, and a constant need for self-reflection and repentance. This paper examines Amir’s journey of emotional recovery as he confronts his guilt and seeks redemption. Amir exhibits tenacity and fortitude by going back to Afghanistan to save Hassan's kid, Sohrab and shows how personal growth can emerge from painful experiences.

A World in Peril: The Dystopian Setting of The Fifth Season

Saheetha Banu S, Arunachalam M — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

K. Jemisin’s The Fifth Season seamlessly combines dystopian and fantasy elements to depict a world plagued by relentless disasters and deep-rooted oppression. This paper analyzes how the novel constructs its dystopian landscape through environmental turmoil, strict social structures, and the constant fight for survival. By exploring themes of power, control, resilience, and defiance, this study demonstrates how Jemisin reshapes dystopian fantasy, moving beyond traditional frameworks to include geological devastation and marginalized perspectives. Ultimately, The Fifth Season presents a distinctive dystopian vision that challenges genre conventions while reflecting contemporary concerns about social injustice and environmental crises.

Resisting Erasure: Survivance and Identity in Untouchable Spring

Saishree P — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Kalyan Rao’s Untouchable Spring is a profound exploration of caste-based oppression, marginalization, and the enduring struggles of Dalit communities, particularly the Malas and Madigas. This paper examines the novel through the lens of survivance, a concept rooted in resistance and active cultural presence, as it interrogates the systemic erasure and exploitation faced by Dalits. Rao skillfully intertwines oral traditions, memory, and folklore to preserve marginalized histories, offering a counter-narrative to dominant hegemonic discourses. The novel’s indigenous exploration is deeply rooted in folklore, myths and traditions of Dalit communities. Elements such as the mythical origin of the malas and madigas, rituals like Urumula Nrityam underscores the rich cultural heritage often overlooked or dismissed by dominant narratives. These traditions, passed down through storytelling and performance, serve as acts of cultural preservation and resistance, asserting the communities right to self-representation and identity. Untouchable Springcritiques the systemic exploitation of indigenous labor, land, and resources, reflecting broader patterns of colonization and caste-based oppression. Rao’s vivid portrayal of caste hierarchies and their impact on daily life – whether through the denial of water rights, bonded labor, or violent repression – parallels the struggles of indigenous and marginalized groups worldwide. Despite such adversities, the novel celebrates the ingenuity, solidarity, and cultural resilience of the oppressed, showcasing survivance as both a strategy of resistance and a means of sustaining identity. This analysis situates Untouchable Spring within the broader framework of indigenous exploration, highlighting its role in preserving cultural knowledge and challenging the erasure of Dalit histories. Through its intersectional approach, the novel transcends local contexts to offer a universal message of resistance, survivance, and the enduring fight for justice and equality among marginalized and indigenous communities.

Roots in Memory: Collective Migration and Diaspora in the short story Boats on Land by Janice Pariat

A Sherline — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The involvement of the themes of memory, migration, and diaspora is investigated in Janice Pariat’s short story Boats on Land, which considers the group experiences of shifting both personal and societal identities by having a look at how the protagonists’ experiences of movingand were affected by the remembrance of their ancestral nations. The complicated connections between culture, identity, and belonging are the focus of this paper. Using Diaspora theory, this paper fully focuses on how memory is presented as a vital part of diaspora communities, mainly when it is for forced migration.This paper builds an instance in that “Boats on Land” gives a portrayal of diasporic experience that shows the importance of shared memory and cultural heritage in the writings of diaspora theorists like Stuart Hall, Paul Gilroy, and Avtar Brah.

Diaspora theory gives a contextthat evaluates the intricate emotional and intellectual landscapes of the displaced, with a clear focus on transnationalism, hybridity, and the negotiation of belonging. This paper concludes by exposing how “Boats on Land” facilitates our knowledge of the diasporic condition by clarifying how cultural heritage and memory are revisited and arranged differently in the context of diaspora and replacement. Pariat gives an understanding of the diasporic experience and the intricate idea of home through the story Boats on Land, which captures the moving connection of historical replacement and the ongoing process of cultural reconstruction.

Migration, Exile and Identity: Analyzing Push-Pull Factors in The Island of Missing Trees

Sneha M — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper examines the multifaceted experiences of migration, exile, and identity transformation in Elif Shafak's‘The Island of Missing Tree’s. The push-pull hypothesis of migration is used critically in this way, the study investigates how the protagonists, Kostas and Defne, navigate displacement, exile, loss, cultural identity, and belonging. The research explores how push-pull factors—such as conflict, political instability, and personal aspirations—shape the characters migration experiences, resulting in a complex and often fragmented sense of self. This research addresses the question: How do the push-pull factors of migration in The Island of Missing Trees impact the characters identity transformation, and what role does the loss of homeland play in this process? By analyzing the psychological, emotional, and social repercussions of exile, this thesis highlights the complex interplay between migration, identity, and the profound sense of loss tied to leaving one’s homeland. A central aspect of this transformation is the role of the loss of homeland, with the paper addressing how, upon returning to their homeland, migrants often find that their place of origin has changed. The return is marked by the realization that home is no longer the same, further complicating their sense of belonging. This study offers insights into how migration, exile, and the loss of homeland influence identity, providing a nuanced understanding of displacement in the context of the Cyprus conflict.

From Victim to Global Icon: Resistance and Healing in I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban

Thilagaveni C — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The study examines the autobiography of Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl who Stood Up for Education and was Shot by the Taliban, through the thrust areas of resistance and healing. This paper focus in on Malala’s fearless opposition of oppressive forces, best part is her transformation from a swat valley school girl to a reformer. It underlines education’s role in fighting social oppression and permit women and girls in quarrel zones, especially in the face of gender-based prejudice and ultra-violence change words like human. This paper attempts to examine Malala’s autobiography by incorporating resilience theory because Malala’s external support to bounce back from disaster. Malala’s strength in overcoming trouble, examining her track to physical and emotional mending following the Taliban’s attack. Using the lenses of resilience theory, this paper explores Malala’s solitary process of getting better and the deep clash of her story on her surroundings, to begin a global movement and women’s strength. Feminist and postcolonial outlooks, highlights the exchange of gender, culture and opposition in aiming for justice. By evaluating Malala’s report, it inquires common expectation about woman, revisiting the concepts of injustice and power. Through a detailed analysis, this research highlights the importance of Malala’s journey as a lens for awareness, wider themes of societal change, knowledge-based capability and the significance of force of women’s voices.

Unpacking the Wounds of Cultural Displacement: Trauma, Healing, and Reconciliation in Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

K Vaishnavi — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake delves into the themes of Intergenerational Trauma. This theory suggest that traumatic experiences can be passed down from one generation to the next. The paper argues on the study of Trauma, Healing and Reconciliation of the characters present in the novel. The Namesake offers a nuanced exploration of the trauma experienced by immigrant communities, particularly in the context of cultural displacement. In the story the protagonist grapples with the legacy of immigrants parents experiences and the pressure to reconcile cultural heritage with the demands of a new life in America. Lahiri’s insightful portrayal of these intergenerational conflicts demonstrates how trauma, even when unacknowledged, continues to mold the descendants minds, forming their relationships, sense of belonging and idea of home. The story ultimately reflects the cyclical nature of trauma, emphasizing the need for acknowledgment and understanding in breaking these patterns.

Silent Voices: Navigating Loss and Loneliness in Where the Dead Sit Talking

B.Yasmin Banu — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Brandon Hobson’s Where the Dead Sit Talking is a poignant exploration of loss, loneliness, and the search for identity through the eyes of Sequoyah, a fifteen-year-old Cherokee boy in the foster care system. Set in rural Oklahoma during the late 1980s, the novel delves into the emotional and psychological turmoil of a young Indigenous protagonist grappling with the absence of his incarcerated mother, the disconnection from his cultural heritage, and the challenges of forming meaningful connections in an unfamiliar environment. This essay examines how Hobson uses Sequoyah’s introspective narrative to highlight the profound impact of loss and loneliness on marginalized youth, particularly those caught between cultural displacement and systemic neglect. Through themes of silence, emotional isolation, and the struggle for self-understanding, the novel reveals the resilience and vulnerability of its characters, offering a powerful commentary on the enduring effects of trauma and the human need for belonging. By analyzing Sequoyah’s relationships, his fixation on death, and his fragmented sense of self, this essay underscores the ways in which Where the Dead Sit Talking gives voice to the silent struggles of those often overlooked by society.

Voices from the Margins: A Dalit Feminist Reading of Karukku

J. Barani Krishnan — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Dalit literature plays a crucial role in minority studies by amplifying the voices of the marginalized and exposing systemic oppression. Karukku by Bama is a seminal text that challenges caste hierarchies, religious hypocrisy, and gender discrimination through a deeply personal yet politically charged narrative. This paper critically examines Karukku as a work that redefines autobiographical traditions while serving as a counter-narrative to dominant upper-caste discourses. The analysis focuses on key themes such as caste-based exclusion, the complicity of religious institutions in perpetuating discrimination, the intersectionality of Dalit feminism, and the role of education as both an oppressive and liberating force. Bama’s rejection of institutional authority, particularly within the Church and convent, emerges as a powerful act of defiance, symbolizing the broader struggles of Dalit identity and agency. Furthermore, the paper explores how Karukku disrupts conventional storytelling by adopting a fragmented, introspective structure that reflects the lived realities of Dalit existence. By situating Karukku within the framework of minority studies, this paper argues that the text is not just a personal memoir but a radical political statement that challenges dominant narratives. It underscores the need for including Dalit voices in discussions on social justice, identity, and resistance.

Memory, Displacement, and Resistance: The Marichjhapi Massacre in Amitav Ghosh’s The Hungry Tide

Gifty Nancy J — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Amitav Ghosh’s The Hungry Tide (2004) intricately weaves historical realities with fiction, bringing to light issues of displacement, environmental politics, and state violence. One of the novel’s significant yet underexplored dimensions is its connection to the Marichjhapi massacre of 1979, where Bengali Dalit refugees who had settled in the Sundarbans were forcibly evicted, leading to mass violence and deaths. This paper examines The Hungry Tide through the lens of postcolonial ecocriticism, subaltern studies, and trauma theory, analyzing how Ghosh reimagines historical trauma, critiques the erasure of marginalized voices, and questions the ethics of conservation policies that prioritize environmentalism over human rights.

Indigenous Heritage and Immigration Portrayed in Jhumpa Lahiri’s the Namesake

Harini S, Karthica E — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

As Ashima pointed out "For Being a Foreigner". Ashima is beginning to realize, is a short of lifelong pregnancy - a perpetual wait a constant burden continuous feeling out of sorts". This quote discribe Ashoke and Ashima Strive to maintain their Bengali traditional in a foreign Land emphasizing the importance of heritage. Jhumpa lahiri Novel Namesake shows the themes of Indigenous and heritage and immigration.The Title “Name sake" itself focusing the identity and cultural conflict of both traditions. It highlights the cultural hybridity and both Indian Cultural and American lifestyle mixed together it creates new identity. The Protogonist,Gogol Explored to search for the cultural roots to find out his true identity. This Novel embodies the Generational changes of the Protagonist and his parents. A novels examines the American Westernization and the belongingness of Native Bengali immigrants for the better living. This novel describes the identity crisis to encapsulate the family psychological inner conflict. The cultural clash between traditional and modern ways to leads a life. The Indigenous methods of Bengali family and Indian culture. It shows Origin, heritage reflect the connections to the novel.A immigration for studies employment marriage purpose it seems survive life.They settled in high Position but also there was a displacement and longingness.

Trauma, Healing and Reconciliation in Jennifer Greaser Dornbush’s God Bless the BrokenRoad

Hephziba Beula H , Dr. Merlin Depsy Nithya — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In God Bless the Road by Jennifer Graeser Dornbush, the narrative intricately weaves themes of trauma, healing, and reconciliation through the life of Amber Hill, a war widow and single mother. Following the death of her husband in Afghanistan, Amber grapples with profound grief, leading to a crisis of faith and emotional turmoil. Her journey towards healing is catalyzed by the unexpected arrival of Cody Jackson, an impulsive race car driver, who helps her reconnect her spiritual beliefs. The novel portrays Amber’s internal struggle to reconcile her past traumas with the possibility of new beginnings, emphasizing the transformative power of community support and personal resilience. Through Amber’s story, Dornbush illustrates the arduous yet rewarding path from suffering to solace, underscoring the significance of faith and love in overcoming life’s most challenging trials.

Bridging Cultures: The Role of Indigenous Stories in Modern English Literature and Its Reflection in There There by Tommy Orange

Keerthana Devi N — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Indigenous storytelling has long been a vital means of cultural preservation, identity formation, and resistance against historical erasure. In contemporary English literature, Indigenous narratives challenge colonial histories and redefine literary landscapes by presenting authentic voices and perspectives. Tommy Orange’s There There (2018) exemplifies this role by weaving multiple Indigenous experiences into a complex, intergenerational narrative of urban Native American identity. This paper explores how There There reflects the broader significance of Indigenous storytelling in modern literature, analyzing its engagement with historical trauma, community resilience, and cultural continuity. Through the lens of postcolonial literary theory and Indigenous narrative frameworks, this study highlights how Orange’s novel bridges cultural gaps and reclaims Indigenous voices in contemporary English literature.

Patriarchy and Women’s Oppression in Perumal Murugan’s One Part Woman

Maharaja Rajesh C — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Perumal Murugan’s One Part Woman (2010) is a compelling exploration of gender, patriarchy, and societal oppression in traditional Indian society. Through the experiences of the protagonist, Ponna, the novel exposes the deep-seated prejudices and rigid norms that dictate women’s roles, particularly in relation to marriage, fertility, and honor. This paper analyzes how patriarchy manifests in the novel, perpetuating women’s subjugation through familial and societal pressures. Using feminist and gender theory, the study explores how One Part Woman critiques the objectification of women, their struggle for agency, and the impact of cultural traditions on their autonomy. The paper argues that while Ponna’s oppression is deeply rooted in societal expectations, Murugan’s narrative also opens possibilities for resistance and self-assertion, making the novel a significant commentary on gender politics in contemporary literature.

Surviving Physical Violence and Oppression: Poetry for Resistance in Mosab Abu Toha’s Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear

Muhammad Ubaidullah A L — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Mosab Abu Toha is an award winning poet, writer, and a scholar from the Gaza strip. He is known for his intricate way of writing poems which vividly portrays the oppression in the land of turmoil. His debut book of poetry Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear published in the year 2022 has won several awards including American Book Award. Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear encapsulates the brutal oppression done by Israel on the Palestinian people. The poet uses simple yet powerful language which portrays the real happening in the Palestinian society. This captures the reader's attention towards the cruel and bloodthirsty soldiers eliminating, assassinating and executing the pure innocent souls. Not only capturing the tragic and pathetic occurrences, these poems acts as the verse of defiance and resistance against the oppression.

Reimagining the Australian Indigenous Voices through Bold Narratives in Melissa Lucashenko’s Too Much Lip

Naveena J, V Pavithra — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Too Much Lip” Melissa Lucashenko a compelling novel that follows Kerry, a strong-willed Goorie woman who returns to her rural hometown after a long time. As she grapples with her past, including family secrets and unsolved trauma Kerry’s journey is marked by her fierce spirit and sharp with the narrative explores themes of identity and the complexities of Indigenous Australian life, highlighting the struggles faced by Aboriginal communities when celebrating their resilience and cultural heritage. Lucashenkos was rich character development and vivid storytelling illuminator the intersections of personal history and collective identity. Through Kerry’s experiences, the novel delves into the challenges of reconsider one roots with the present and ultimately showcasing the enduring power of love, community and self-acceptance. “Too Much Lip” is a strong reflection on the strength found in vulnerability and the important of confronting one of the past to a brighter future.

The Colonial Shadow: Loss and Healing in Joy Harjo’s The Flood

Pushparaj E — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Joy Harjo’s poem The Flood is a poignant exploration of the lasting effects of colonialism on Indigenous identity, culture, and spirituality. Through a deeply symbolic narrative, Harjo interweaves themes of displacement, loss, and the search for healing, reflecting the broader struggles faced by Native American communities. This paper examines how The Flood embodies the colonial shadow, illustrating the fragmentation of Indigenous identity and the resilience of cultural memory. Using postcolonial theory, Indigenous literary criticism, and trauma studies, this analysis highlights how Harjo’s poem functions as a space of both mourning and recovery, where storytelling acts as a vehicle for healing and resistance. The paper further argues that The Flood reclaims Indigenous narratives by reinterpreting colonial trauma through an Indigenous lens, ultimately asserting the power of cultural survival and regeneration.

Unraveling the Intersection of Cultures and Individuality in Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

Reema Safana M, B Rashma — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Jhumpa Lahiri’s novel, The Namesake, intricately portrays the challenges faced by a Bengali couple as they navigate their new life in the United States, highlighting the tensions between cultural identity, tradition, and familial expectations. Through her elegant prose, Lahiri delves into themes of memory, nostalgia, loss, and longing, illustrating the immigrant experience marked by the hope for a better future while grappling with the enduring influence of the past. The novel indicates a poignant exploration of the life of first and second-generation immigrants, particularly focusing on the character of Ashoke, and examines the intricate cultural connections and identity crises that arise within the context of contemporary cultural discourse. This paper seeks to explore the contrasting allure of the American lifestyle and the enduring appeal of traditional values as experienced by individuals from two distinct cultures. It will analyze the complex relationships that develop over time among characters residing in a foreign environment, highlighting how their inherited values continue to shape their cultural identities. By examining their interactions and the ways in which they direct the struggles of assimilation versus preservation, the study aims to elucidate the multifaceted nature of cultural affinity and the impact of external influences on personal identity.

Geo-politics and Global Biological Crisis in Amitav Ghosh’s Smoke and Ashes

R.M Kavitha, Dr.N.S Vijayalakshmi — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Smoke and Ashes (2023)serves as a multifaceted exploration that combines elements of a travelogue, memoir, and historical analysis, encompassing both economic and cultural dimensions. Ghosh examines the significant impact of the opium trade on Britain, India, and China, as well as its broader implications for the global landscape. Orchestrated by the British Empire, which facilitated the export of opium from India to the Chinese market, this trade and its financial gains were crucial for the Empire's endurance. Through a more thorough investigation, Ghosh uncovers the connections between opium and the foundations of some of the largest corporations in the world, numerous influential American families and institutions, and the very essence of contemporary globalism. The long-lasting effects in India were even more substantial. By skilfully navigating through the histories of horticulture, the narratives of capitalism, and the social and cultural impacts of colonialism, Smoke and Ashes illuminates the critical influence of a single plant in shaping the modern world, a world now precariously positioned on the brink of disaster.

Life of Woman in K.R. Meera’s Hangwoman; A Story of Struggles and Strength

Rubina Parveen A, H. Nazeela Begam — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In today’s world, women often face unfair treatment and are controlled by society’s rules. Many believe that women are weak, but vulnerability can also show strength to face problems and overcome challenges. K.R. Meera’s Hangwoman tells the story of Griddha Mallick, highlighting how women can remain strong even when faced with trauma and hardships. Griddha becomes the first woman in her family to take up the job of a hangwoman, a role that has always been held by men in her family. She takes on this responsibility after her father’s retirement, making her part of her family’s legacy and her country’s history.However, this job brings many difficulties and emotional trauma. Griddha has to deal with how people judge her, the pressure from the media, and her inner conflicts about her new role. This paper discusses how Griddha faces these problems and becomes stronger. It also examines how society and traditional expectations impact her life. Despite everything, Griddha finds her strength and courage. Her story teaches us that even in the hardest situations, people can rise above their trauma and challenges. It is a powerful journey of hope, courage, and self-discovery.

Bioprospecting and the Exploitation of Indigenous Knowledge in Louise Erdrich’s Future Home of the Living God

Dr.S.R Karpagam — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Louise Erdrich'sFutureHome of the Living God (2017) presents a dystopian world where evolution reverses itself, and human beings and animals regress into more primitive forms. In this novel, Erdrich explores the theme of Indigenous identity amidst the collapse of the natural world, presenting a speculative resistance to the erasure of Indigenous peoples and cultures. This paper examines the novel's portrayal of Indigenous identity and its relationship with colonialism, environmental destruction, and the apocalyptic disintegration of modern civilization. By using speculative fiction, Erdrich critiques the ongoing marginalization of Indigenous voices, portraying a world where survival is deeply connected to the resilience of Indigenous knowledge, culture, and spirituality. In the face of biological and environmental chaos, the novel proposes Indigenous identity as a form of resistance to both cultural annihilation and ecological degradation.

Unraveling trauma and conflict in Shalimar the clown

V Santhiya, S.D Roshni — Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Shalimar the Clown by Salman Rushdie is a novel set in the troubled region of Kashmir, where conflict and political instability shape the lives of its people. The story follows Shalimar, a man from Kashmir who becomes a circus clown. He falls deeply in love with Boonyi, a talented dancer from a neighboring village. Their love, full of passion and innocence, is eventually destroyed by jealousy, betrayal, and the larger political struggles surrounding them. Boonyi marries Max Ophuls, a Western diplomat, and his influence in Kashmir increases the unfolding tragedy. Max’s political power disrupts the lives of Shalimar and Boonyi, triggering a chain of heartbreaking events.

The novel addresses themes of love, betrayal, and revenge, exploring how personal relationships are deeply affected by political conflicts. Through Shalimar’s transformation from a joyful clown to a vengeful man, Rushdie illustrates the way personal pain and political turmoil can redefine a person’s identity. Additionally, the novel highlights the cultural richness of Kashmir, the division caused by ongoing violence, and the impact of colonialism and gender roles. Using a blend of historical context, magical realism, and fantasy, Rushdie connects individual lives to the larger societal forces at play in Kashmir.