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Bhav Spandan - Youth Festival 2024 Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University           This blog focuses on the highlights of the Youth Festival 2024, which was held at Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University on October 17, 18, and 19, 2024. Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University hosted its 32nd Youth Festival, titled "Bhavspandan Yuvak Mahotsav," from October 17 to 19, 2024. This year, the event was organized by the Physical Education Department of the university. Kalayatra : The very first event which was organized in this 32th Youth Festival of Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University was Kala Yatra. The most innovative ‘art conservation’ rally which was on 16 th October 2024, the 1st day of Youth fest was from Shamaldas Arts College to gurukul group of school &College, Sardar Nagar. 1. Opening Ceremony: 2. Skit    - Societal Issues Addressed: The skit covered important social problems like unemployment, flaws ...

In this blog, I’ll explore a topic as part of a reflective activity assigned by Megha Madam.  The Wretched of the Earth by Frantz Fanon Introduction : Frantz Fanon’s The Wretched of the Earth, originally published in 1961, is one of the most influential works in post-colonial literature and political thought. A Martinican psychiatrist, philosopher, and revolutionary, Fanon examines the deeply embedded effects of colonization, not just in political terms but also through the psychological trauma inflicted on colonized populations. His analysis explores how the colonial experience alters individuals’ sense of self and places emphasis on the use of violence as a path to reclaiming freedom and identity. This work has inspired countless revolutionary movements, decolonization efforts, and post-colonial scholars, making it a cornerstone of post-colonial studies and a profound critique of colonialism.   Historical Context and Background : The Wretched of the Earth was...

This blog is written in response to the thinking activity assigned by Megha Ma'am, teaching assistant at the department of English, MKBU. Karna: The Voice of the Subaltern in Dinkar’s Rashmirathi  Introduction In the context of subaltern studies, Karna stands as one of the most complex and tragically heroic figures in Indian epic literature. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar’s poetic retelling of his life in Rashmirathi provides a nuanced portrayal of Karna as a subaltern hero—one whose life is shaped by societal oppression, discrimination, and the quest for identity. Drawing from Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak’s foundational work on Subaltern Theory, which focuses on the silencing of marginalized voices, we see how Dinkar reinterprets Karna’s journey through a lens of caste-based oppression and social marginalization. Additionally, T.P. Kailasam’s play Karna offers a dramatic representation of Karna’s subaltern status, further expanding on the hero's position in litera...

This blog is written in response to the thinking activity assigned by Megha Ma'am, teaching assistant at the department of English, MKBU. A Critical Note on "Lakshman" by Toru Dutt          Toru Dutt, an esteemed figure in English literature, was a pioneering Indo-Anglian poet and novelist of the late 19th century. Her poem "Lakshman," one of her notable works, reflects her unique ability to weave Indian mythology with contemporary themes and Western literary styles. This critical note aims to explore the themes, form, and cultural significance of the poem while analyzing Dutt's poetic techniques. About Toru Dutt : ===> Full Name: Toru Dutt (also known as Tarulatha Dutt) ===> Birth: Born in 1856 in the Bengal province of India. ===> Family Background:  Youngest child of Govin Chandra Dutt and Kshetramoni Mitter, from the esteemed Rambagan Dutt family, known for its literary connections. ===> Father's Influence: Govind Chunder Dutt, her father...