The Mahabharata of Duryodhana’s Clan

Authors: Aditi Singh, Dr. Pratibha Tyagi

Country: India

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Abstract: Historically, individuals have constructed myths to elucidate the origins of the Earth, their convictions, or their immediate environment. Myths are narratives from a historical society that incorporate fantastical aspects. Folktales are transmitted between generations. The Mahabharata, a paramount epic of India, illustrates the evolution of modern society throughout time and space. This monumental epic focuses on the Mahabharata, a reflection of ancient Indian history and culture. Modern writers have reinterpreted ancient epics for various ideological and pragmatic motives, rather than regarding them as hallowed texts.
The Mahabharata extols several heroes, however the Kauravas are predominantly portrayed as malevolent and irreligious. This analysis explores AnandNeelakantan's "Ajaya: Roll of the Dice" through the lens of Duryodhana's viewpoint. To date, Duryodhana has been portrayed as the quintessential victor and a commendable character. AnandNeelakantan adopts a humanistic approach, demythologizing the characters instead of depicting them as deities or demigods. The author endeavors to subvert traditional character archetypes.

Keywords: Myth, Epic, Reinterpretation, Duryodhana, Kaurava

Paper Id: 232380

Published On: 2024-04-03

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 2, March-April 2024

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