GENDER AND PATRIARCHY IN DALIP KAUR TIWANA’S SELECTED WORKS

Author Name: Miss Jasmeen Kaur1, Dr Mukuta Borah2

Volume/Issue: 01/11

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: http://www.doi-ds.org/doilink/05.2021-73699129/UIJIR

Affiliation:

    1&2. Sharda University, Greater Noida, U.P.

ABSTRACT

The research paper analyses Dalip Kaur Tiwana’s translations Who am I, And Such is Her Fate and Mark of the Nose- Ring. Through her female characters she has not only represented the society of Punjab but also provided the suggestions for reformation to the gender centric society. The theme of domestic violence, man-woman relationship, male preference and gender issues are broadly discussed. The character of Bhano, Pawan and Kiranjeet provide the essence to the lost existence of the women. Tiwana is bold personality who empowers the widows to live their lives in their own way. Her female characters are independent enough to deconstruct the assigned gender role in the society. Kiranjeet being the widow of Tejwant Singh Gill continues to wear the bangles and nose pin that symbolizes her sense of individuality eliminates the societal orthodox norms. Pawan carries the strength to reject the role of mother and wife for self-realisation as her monotonous relationship continues to suffocate her. Kamla Bhasin’s theory of gender resolves the issues related to gender discrimination, male domination and patriarchal powers in the society.

Key words: Punjab, Women, Gender, Sex, Patriarchy