Women as Used in Mythical Structure in Girish Karnad’s Naga Mandala

• Author(s): Dr. V. Suresh
• Paper ID: 1702627
• Page: 347-353
• Published Date: 01-06-2019
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 2 Issue 11 May-2019

Abstract

Girish Karnad's play Naga-Mandala is consciously anchored in the ancient theory and tradition of Indian theatre. The play thus reflects Karnad's respect for the technical elements of theatrical art and also for the Indian tradition of storytelling, even though he innovates and experiments by sharing twentieth century views. In Naga-Mandala, the author brings his drama into line with the changes occurring in Indian society and mentality. This article analyzes his technique of using different narrative levels and shows how in Naga-Mandala the superimposed stories lead to an exemplification of his vision of theatre as a unifying, total experience. It is shown how the overall structure of the interrelated stories and plots, the triangular relationships, and the triple ending can be visualized graphically as a mandala. The article ends by focusing on and discussing the three endings of the play, which have been the cause of surprise and controversy. It concludes that, though the last ending is not within ttie orthodoxy of Indian epic texts, the play must be studied and interpreted not only by keeping elements of Hindu philosophy as points of reference, but also by taking into account the cultural context of the Indian woman of today who seeks to fulfil her needs and aspirations.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Dr. V. Suresh "Women as Used in Mythical Structure in Girish Karnad’s Naga Mandala" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 2 Issue 11 2019 Page 347-353

IEEE:
Dr. V. Suresh "Women as Used in Mythical Structure in Girish Karnad’s Naga Mandala" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 2(11)