Indian Dalit Literature
Exploring the Marginalised Voices
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- Author
- Dr. Abhisarika Prajapati
- Publisher
- Akhand Publishing House
- Categories
- Best Sellers, Home Page Carousel, Literature, Nonfiction, Social Science
- ISBN
- 9788194885047
- Edition
- 2020
- Format
- Hard Bound
- Size
- Demy
- Pages
- 138
Description
This book explores the nature, evolution, and significance of Dalit literature, examining how it serves as a vehicle of resistance against India's entrenched caste hierarchy. It studies the ways Dalit writers document exploitation, trauma, and marginalization while asserting their identity, dignity, and victory over social hurdles. The volume highlights Dalit literature's relevance across sociology, politics, and economics, emphasizing its role in demanding social justice rather than mere financial compensation. Additionally, the text incorporates a critical analysis regarding tribal communities, particularly in the state of Jharkhand. It investigates the paradox of regional development, examining how industrialization, mining projects, and government policies lead to the forcible displacement, poverty, and cultural degradation of indigenous populations. Furthermore, it addresses the severe environmental consequences of unchecked development and resource extraction on tribal life, connecting broader issues of marginalization, law, and socio-cultural identity within contemporary Indian society.