The Hero as Gandhi in Shadow from Ladakh

Authors: Pradeep Kumar

Country: India

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Abstract: Shadow from Ladakh" by Bhabani Bhattacharya intricately weaves the principles of Gandhism into its narrative, portraying the clash between traditional Indian values and the encroachment of Western modernity. The central character, Satyajit, attempts to embody Gandhi's ideals in Gandhigram, a village he establishes. The novel explores the conflict with Steeltown, symbolizing industrial progress, and the eventual synthesis of these opposing forces. Through Satyajit and his wife Suruchi, the narrative delves into the struggle of reconciling Gandhian asceticism with the demands of contemporary life. The story highlights the broader societal dilemma of merging divergent values for India's progress and security. While the novel seemingly resolves the conflict, Bhattacharya suggests an unresolved socio-intellectual dilemma, questioning the enduring relevance of Gandhian principles in a world marked by escalating violence.

Keywords: Gandhism, Synthesis, Conflict, Modernity

Paper Id: 230411

Published On: 2022-11-10

Published In: Volume 10, Issue 6, November-December 2022

Cite This: The Hero as Gandhi in Shadow from Ladakh - Pradeep Kumar - IJIRMPS Volume 10, Issue 6, November-December 2022.

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