INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journals, Open Access Journal ISSN Approved Journal No: 2456-4184 | Impact factor: 8.76 | ESTD Year: 2016
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The term "diaspora," which describes the dispersion of a group of people from their native homeland, is explored in Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni's fiction. This may be forced migration, political upheaval, or economic opportunity leading to voluntary or involuntary changes in circumstances. The major theme of her work is the interaction between the past and present, the country of origin and the one she has adopted.
The protagonists of Divakaruni grapple with issues of identity, belonging, and longing for their roots as they make their way through the difficulties of cultural integration. Stories by her, such "The Mistress of Spices," "Sister of My Heart," and "The Vine of Desire," highlight the mental and emotional struggle that people who are torn between returning home and starting over confront.
Divakaruni's characters navigate the complexities of cultural assimilation, grappling with questions of identity, belonging, and the longing for their roots. Divakaruni's sensitive portrayal of the tensions between tradition and modernity, the pull of familial obligations, and the quest for personal freedom resonates with readers who have experienced the challenges of balancing multiple cultural identities. By shedding light on the complexities of cultural assimilation, the longing for the familiar, and the negotiation of identity, Divakaruni's fiction contributes to a broader understanding of the diverse experiences of diasporic communities. Her work challenges stereotypes and offers a nuanced perspective on the universal human experience of displacement. Divakaruni's portrayal of diaspora serves as a reminder of the importance of empathy, compassion, and the recognition of shared humanity in an increasingly interconnected and diverse world.
Keywords:
psychological turmoil, complexities of cultural assimilation, cultural identity, cultural heritage, themes of exile and displacement, strength and resilience in the face of adversity, empathy, compassion, and the recognition.
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"Diasporic Cognizance in the Select Novels of Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 3, page no.e651-e656, March-2024, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2403481.pdf
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