Jamal Academic Research Journal : An Interdisciplinary http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj <p align="justify">Jamal Academic Research Journal-An Interdisciplinary (JARJ) is a multidisciplinary journal which extends from basic to applied phases of Language, Arts, Science &amp;Technology and so on.The journal publishes original papers that feature high-quality research data and analysis. From the broad range of subjects. Criteria for publication in JARJ are innovation, individuality, and exceptional quality.</p> <p align="justify">Jamal Academic Research Journal-An Interdisciplinary (JARJ) released its first issue on 2005 as print only journal until 2019.<br />In 2020 onwards it publishing both online and print journal.<br />For readers convenience all printed copies maintained as <a href="http://jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/Printarchives">print archives</a>.</p> en-US <p>Authors who publish with this journal agree to the following terms and conditions</p> <p>1)Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a&nbsp;<a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1506744062638000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHsvBSCxs7rEJ_F6s0PlbWmTy54ng">Creative Commons Attribution License</a>&nbsp;CC BY-NC-ND&nbsp;that allows other to share the work for non-commercial purposes without altering the original content&nbsp;with an acknowledgement of the work's authorship and initial publication in this journal.</p> <div>2) Authors are able to enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of the journal's published version of the work (e.g., post it to an institutional repository or publish it in a book), with an acknowledgement of its initial publication in this journal.</div> <p>3)Authors are permitted and encouraged to post their work online (e.g., in institutional repositories or on their website) prior to and during the submission process, as it can lead to productive exchanges, as well as earlier and greater citation of published work&nbsp;</p> jarj@jmc.edu (E-Manager) ragamathali@jmc.edu (S-Manager) Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:25:39 +0000 OJS 3.2.1.1 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 Predicament Of Black Community Life In Paul Beatty’s Novel The Sellout http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/345 <p>Paul Beatty is a great American author and also an associate professor at Columbia&nbsp; University. He was awarded the National Book Critics Circle Award. This paper shows the&nbsp; explication and deep study of the first American novel to won the Booker prize award by&nbsp; Paul Beatty’s The Sellout . It deals with the slavery system and the segregation of the past&nbsp; black history with the postcolonial perspectives and racism. There is no legally slave but the&nbsp; white people mind set was full of slavery. This novel says about the issues of black people&nbsp; like police violence, racial discrimination and loss of history. Paul Beatty explores the issues&nbsp; faced by the black people through the eyes of subaltern hero, the marginalized unnamed black&nbsp; narrator. He realized the identity of black people and he wants to revolt against the rule of&nbsp; white supremacy. This novel reveals the United States of race relations which revolves&nbsp; around the narrator coming before the Supreme court on the charges of reinstituting segregation and slave holding. Beatty utilizes parody throughout the novel to inject social&nbsp; commentary and racial relations in the U.S.</p> K.Asiya, M.G. Thajunnisa Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/345 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Healing Process in Trauma Narratives in Durjoy Datta and Nikita Singh's novel If It's Not Forever.. It's Not Love http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/357 <p>This paper portrays the trauma narrative of a person's life and how he recovered from the tragic event that happened to him. So, here with the view of psycho-analysis theory, this paper is presented. This theory is considered as a treatment for people who are affected or stuck in their past life events. It says that our present is shaped by our past. The&nbsp;unclaimed meaning of individual sufferings in the past can pressure our state of mind, deportment and bestow difficulty with relationships, work, pride, and dignity. The ambition of this paper is to make the people aware of the source of psychological queries and reinforce the people's affairs with the aim of melioration through this novel <em>If It’s Not Forever.. It’s Not Love </em>(2012) which was written by Durjoy Datta and Nikita Singh. Even though this novel comes under the thriller, suspense, and romance genre it has some special narrative structure that makes a person heal from his inner suffering. At the beginning, the readers may think that only one person is suffering from the trauma effect but later we can realise that&nbsp;the protagonist Deb, and another character Ritam are also suffering from the trauma.&nbsp;</p> K. Deepadharshini Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/357 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Journey Through Adversity: Analysing Douglas Stuart's Shuggie Bain as a trauma narrative http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/346 <p>This paper analyses Douglas Stuart’s <em>Shuggie Bain </em>as a trauma narrative. <em>Shuggie</em> <em>Bain</em> is the debut novel by Douglas Stuart, which was awarded the Booker Prize in 2020. The alcoholic mother and her children face complexities, especially Shuggie. He faces trauma due to bad parenting and endures physical suffering because of his sexual identity crisis. The raw emotions of the characters reflect deep understanding of the human struggles. This narrative not only portrays the harsh realities of addiction and poverty but also explores the lasting impact of trauma on individuals and their ability to find hope in difficult situations. This study is based on the personal as well as collective trauma of the characters. Shuggie reflects hope in hard times and enduring power of love despite the harsh realities of his surroundings. This novel is marked by sorrow and strength, potraying Shuggie’s unwavering love for his mother.</p> S.Asmathu Nisha, S. Peerani Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/346 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Breaking the Social Norms and its Consequences in Han Kang’s The Vegetarian http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/347 <p>This research scrutinises the consequences of breaking social norms, exploring both intrapersonal and interpersonal dimensions within the context of Korean society, as depicted in Han Kang's <em>The Vegetarian</em>. Focused on norm violations, particularly the refusal to consume meat, the narrative unfolds through varied perspectives, revealing familial discord, physical confrontation, and psychological trauma. Yeong-hye, the protagonist, faces vehement resistance, challenging societal norms and enduring severe consequences, including familial conflict and societal condemnation. The exploration extends to her brother-in-law, an artist pushing societal boundaries, facing personal and societal backlash. The paper concludes with Yeong-hye's sister, In-hye, embodying adherence to social values. Analyzing the aftermath, the study underscores enduring impacts on relationships, mental health, and societal integration. Referencing existing literature, including a study on norm-violating behaviour, this research contributes to a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted consequences accompanying the breach of social norms.</p> Azardeen A, Dr. K. Mohamed Umar Farooq Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/347 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Human- Robot Relationship in Issac Asimov’s I, Robot – Robbie and The Evitable Conflict http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/358 <p><em>I, Robot </em>by Isaac Asimov is a classic science fiction collection exploring the intricate relationship between humans and robots through the lens of the <em>Three Laws of Robotics</em>. Asimov, a prolific science fiction writer, introduces a future where robots, bound by ethical guidelines, navigate complex moral dilemmas. The stories are predominantly set in the mid-21<sup>st </sup>century and are framed around the fictional character of Dr. Susan Calvin, a leading roboticist. Through her interactions and observations, Asimov delves into questions of artificial intelligence, ethics and the impact of technology on humanity. Asimov’s work serves as a foundational exploration of the ethical considerations surrounding human-robot interactions, leaving a lasting impact on discussions about the role of technology in society.</p> K. Jothi Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/358 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Survival of Women as a Trauma Narratives in Roxane Gay’s An Untamed State http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/348 <p>Roxane Gay’s novel, <em>An Untamed State </em>is based on trauma narratives which explores the untamed realities within Haiti, delving into issues of social class and gender. The novel focuses on the psychological aspects of the narrative, revealing how Mireille Duval Jameson, the protagonist, endures brutal captivity, sexual assault and abuse after being kidnapped from her family's affluent estate in Port-au-Prince. She was captive for thirteen days because her father refused to pay the ransom of 1 million dollars. In her captivity she faces sexual assault and act of abuse. After her release she feels physical freedom but her mind was in the cage and in the end, she experiences post-traumatic stress&nbsp;disorder.</p> M.Azra, Dr.R.Sofiya Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/348 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 An Eternal Tie : Celebrating the Strength of Sisterhood http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/359 <p>This paper explores the artistic kinship between the two sisters from the novel <em>“Sister Of My Heart”</em>, the second novel by the most eminent and diasporic Indian born American writer <em>Chitra Banerjee</em><em> Divakaruni</em><em>,</em> which got published in the year 1999. This novel comprises of two volumes - each of twenty chapters.The first book - <em>“</em><em>Princess in the Palace of Snakes</em><em>” </em>and the second book - <em>“</em><em>The Queen of Sword</em><em>s”</em><em>.</em>Chitraji has eloquently highlighted the strong and lovely bonding between the two sisters Anju and Sudha, who are not actually related by blood but beautifully connected by hearts.The story is first set in Calcutta(India) and later in California(America).Book 1 pictures the colorful life of the sisters’ evolution literally like conjoined butterflies.Unfortunately,the truth gets revealed that they were cousins and not blood related sisters.Book 2 begins with the marriage life of the sisters which did not seem as a bed of roses for them.Though their hearts were separated by a huge distance after wedding, their fates reunite them.No cracks and flaws can separate the unbreakable bond between these sisters. This novel gives the reader a promising heart whelming feel due to the pure love shared between the hearts of the charming sisters.</p> K.Shakila Banu Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/359 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 The Environmental Degradation of Colonialism in Amitav Ghosh’s The Living Mountain: a Fable of Our Times http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/349 <p>This is an attempt to uncover the impact of ecological exploitation on native people and their land in Amitav Ghosh' The Living Mountain (2022 . The analysis concentrates on the consequences of colonialism on Indigenous communities and environment highlighting the aftereffects of colonialism and human greed. It unveils the shift of traditional culture, local disputes and the realization of the harmful impact of exploitation. The inference highlights prioritizing the well-being of the ecosystem over their own well-being.</p> S. CHELLAA, K. Shakila Banu Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/349 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Scout the Trauma narrative in Tarun Vikash’s She Stood by Me http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/360 <p>Tarun Vikash is an Indian writer and a software Engineer. He pulls up the emotional feelings of love and shows the innovative style in his writing. The story She Stood by Me beautifully revolved around the theme of trauma narrative, gender and marginalisation. This story portrays Abishek, the protagonist's strength in the fallout of deep challenges. The narrative shows the emotional fallout of trauma and shows how the central characters face the difficulties in their journey. Through a series of important events, the story not only shows the scars left by pain but also points up the healing power of strong support and companionship. As the characters meet their traumas, the narrative becomes an exact reflection of the transmutation journey from pain to heal.</p> M. Fathima Lufna Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/360 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Crisis of Displacement in Chitra Divakaruni Banerjee’s fictional world http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/350 <p>In the postmodern world, individuals are moving to other countries in search of greater economic opportunities and higher levels of education. Cultural and psychological displacement are also a result of geographic relocation. The diaspora group is constantly faced with the challenging issue of negotiating borders to find solutions for issues brought on by relocation. The multifaceted theme of displacement has surfaced in Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni's fiction. She addresses displacement on several levels, such as the relationship between reality and magic, memory and experience, revolt and repression, and so on. It is among Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni's recurring motifs. The purpose of this paper is to examine the displacement problem as it is presented in her made-up universe critically.</p> G.L.Christina Martha Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/350 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Mamang Dai’s The Black Hill as a Postcolonial Novel http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/361 <p>Mamang Dai was a North–East Indian writer in English. She explored the culture and the history&nbsp; of Arunachal Pradesh and its tribe group. This was her last novel published in 2014. It is about British colonialism. Through this novel she reveals that the tribal people are protective and&nbsp; possessive after realizing that the lands and everything were invaded by them. This work speaks&nbsp; about the love story of Kajinsha and Gimur of missionary French priests to present the colonial&nbsp; situation in Arunachal Pradesh</p> M.Fathima Anjum Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/361 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Emotional bonding of Clones in Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/351 <p><em>Never Let Me Go </em>deals with the scientific details and the concepts related to the biomedical sciences. The narrative structure is totally differing as it deals with reproduction and cloning. The complications in the life of clones are persecuted through the scenes of artworks and by their ways of production. In the novel Hailsham is a good boarding school especially for clones. The characters in the novel feel very fortunate for residing at this school. Kazuo Ishiguro presents the different behaviour of the characters and their emotional traumas. In the institute the clones are not allowed to possess any things of their choice. They undergo hypocritical treatment. Thus Ishiguro explores how clones can be treated in a good manner.</p> Dr. R. Sofiya Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/351 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Discovering the cultural Mosaic and Anxiety in Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s One Amazing Thing http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/362 <p>Chitra banerjee Divakaruni is an Indo-American writer. She is one of the creative and most singnificant diasporic writer in English Literature. Her novels explore’s radial feminism, life of commoners and female psyche. Chitra banerjee gives out themes like migration, nostalgia ,expatriate. One Amazing Thing is novel which deals with human psychology and their melancholy. "One Amazing Thing" by Chitra Banerjee is a novel that stretch forth against the setting of a life-transforming earthquake,In which group of peoples trapped in a distinct&nbsp; place ofthe basement of an Indian consulate.This novel address a sum of people from different environment and with different perception of human. The characters are undo their appealing incidents. ‘’One Amazing Thing’’ It also fascinates readers with its investigation human psyche&nbsp; based on their incidents and the intense moments that construct our lives. No character exceed the&nbsp; another and this made the journey of everyone universal regardless of cultural difference. Divakaruni gives prefect picture of human psychology.</p> M. Reema Safana, B. Rashma Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/362 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Dual Narration and Enchantments in Taylor Jenkins Reid’s May be in Another Life http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/352 <p>Taylor Jenkins Reid is an accomplished American author and a novelist. She explores strong female characters, complex relationships and innovative narrative styles in her storytelling. Her two most sought after works are<strong><em> Daisy Jones</em></strong> and <strong><em>The Six Husbands of Evelyn Hugo</em></strong> reflects the exploration of choices and consequences. Her novel<strong><em> “May be in Another Life”</em></strong> (2015) an interesting novel is swaddled with themes of Dual narration, gender roles, fantasy adventure and marginalization. This novel gives a concept of parallel universe by giving a different perspective of <strong><em>Hannah</em></strong>, the protagonist faces a captious decision that sets the stage for carping narrative. This novel shows the different choices lead to different relationship outcomes which emphasize how societal expectations and judgments affect regarding gender roles. This research paper reflects the compelling journey that challenges the usual way of storytelling and offers magical elements and an engaging standpoint on the consequences of choices and indirectly concentrates on the point of marginalization.</p> S. Fazila, S. Hajira Begum Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/352 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Theme analysis: the unity of nature treated in Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/363 <p>"The Alchemist", one of the most celebrated novels and an international bestseller, was penned by&nbsp; the Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho. It is a South American fiction. The novel was initially written in author's own Portuguese language and published in 1988 titled as "O Alquimista". Later English&nbsp; translation got published by Alan R Clarke as The Alchemist" in 1993. The novel follows the&nbsp; adventurous journey of a young shepherd boy Santiago, an Andalusian, across northern Africa to&nbsp; the Egyptian pyramids on the quest for a dream treasure. The novel was well recognised by both&nbsp; the critics and the audience. The author Paulo Coelho took a pace of two weeks for writing this&nbsp; novel. This novel was his fourth work.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The theme of unity of nature is been very well exposed in the novel. Nature&nbsp; plays the role of a great phenomenon in this novel. Throughout the novel it is seen that the author&nbsp; is trying to convey how the various species and other things in the nature are interconnected to&nbsp; each other. The novel obviously showcases the theories about the things unifying the nature. This&nbsp; unity of nature plays as a catalyst for the victorious journey of Santiago. This novel pursues various&nbsp; natural environments like sheep fields, deserts, oasis, and pyramids. And the novel deals with this&nbsp; theme in a super realistic way. This work completely delves into the novel and shows out the theme&nbsp; of unity of nature depicted in it.&nbsp;</p> Muhammed Lasif, M. Kumaran Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/363 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Challenges Faced by Female Characters: A Post-Colonial Analysis of Colson Whitehead's The Underground Railroad. http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/353 <p><em>The Underground Railroad</em> by Colson Whitehead is a captivating work of historical fiction that reimagines the Underground Railroad as a physical network of tunnels and trains. The story follows Cora, a young enslaved woman who escapes from a Georgia plantation, embarking on a perilous journey through different states in pursuit of freedom. Whitehead's novel delves into the harsh realities of slavery, racism, and the quest for liberty in the 19th century. Through Cora's experiences, the narrative explores the broader systemic oppression faced by African Americans during this tumultuous period. With its inventive approach to historical events and powerful storytelling, "The Underground Railroad" provides a thought-provoking commentary on the enduring impact of slavery on American history. The novel has garnered widespread acclaim for its unique perspective, compelling themes, and its contribution to the ongoing discourse on the legacy of slavery.</p> G. Keerthika, G. L. Christina Martha Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/353 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Wong: Post Traumatic Experience of Characters http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/354 <p>The novel by Vietnamese American poet named ocean Wongpublished by penguin press .An epistolary novel is written in a form of letter by Vietnamese American son to his illiterate mother the novel&nbsp; explores about the complicated relationship between mom and son The son undoubtedly fall in love with his own mother. The character of mother is described as abusive and suffering from trauma ,that has power to haunt her past and present. It underscores the multi generational effects of war, trauma, and abuse . The narrator little dog narrates&nbsp; his own life story in this novel His family were migrating from Vietnam to Connecticut &nbsp;and they were unspooling the trauma of war and illness</p> <p>Darting between lyricism and chattiness. The novel exhibit the post traumatic experience of lan and rose. The novel is much as&nbsp; about the power of telling one’s&nbsp; own story as it obliterating silence of not being heard. The &nbsp;novel reform narrative tropes from West cannon, The novel is the traces of narrator’ s own life story</p> G. Subathra, S. Peerani Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/354 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Postcolonial Sudan and its Impact on the Characters in Leila Aboulela’s Minaret http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/355 <p><em>Minaret</em> by Leila Aboulela explores the post-colonial landscape of Sudan and its profound impact on characters’ shifting identities. Leila Aboulela, a Sudanese-born author, intricately weaves a narrative that delves into the complexities of post-colonial Sudan, examining the characters’ struggles with cultural and religious identity in a changing society. Against the backdrop of political upheavals, the character grapple with the consequences of colonial legacies, societal transformations and the challenges of defining oneself amidst these changes. The novel highlights the nuanced interplay between personal and collective identity in the aftermath of colonization, shedding light on the characters’ journeys in reconciling tradition with modernity.</p> J. Benazir Begum Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/355 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 The Triumph of Optimism over Depression in Wendy Mitchell's Somebody I Used to Know http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/356 <p>Resilience in the face of depression is a remarkable ability that the human mind must possess. Maintaining a positive outlook amidst turbulent times is difficult. Life, as unpredictable as it is, brings joy as well as agony. At the crossroads, Individuals who choose optimism over depression tend to make the most of their lives and as a result live a content life though the storm rages about them. Wendy Mitchell's memoir, <em>Somebody I Used to Know</em>, is an illuminating journey through the labyrinth of dementia and the manifold challenges it puts along the way. Her positive mindset has a profound impact on her coping mechanisms. Positivity shines in all aspects of her life including her language, her reaction to the painful challenges and her response to the worsening symptoms of dementia. By examining Mitchell's narrative, this paper seeks to unravel the threads of optimism woven into the fabric of her story, shedding light on the transformative power of the same in the realm of mental health challenges.</p> P. Johanna Jenifer Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/356 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Existential traits in Arun Joshi’s the Last Labyrinth http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/364 <p>Existentialism, one of the important literary movements in English history. It had a big and wide impact in the twentieth century across the globe. It gained an inevitable place in world literature and also played a vital role in physical and social life. The propounders of this theory are Soren Kierkegaard, Friedrich Nietzsche, Jean Paul Sartre and Albert Camus. The key features of existentialism are fear, loneliness, spiritual alienation, death and God. India also came under the impact of Existentialism. Many people got to know about Existentialism. Many writers exhibited existential traits in their works. Arun Joshi had a prominent role in promoting Existentialism. Existential traits are found in his almost every novel. He consummate as an existential writer. He writings became a example for upcoming existential writers of India. He wrote five novels in his lifetime. His novels are The Foreigner (1968), The Strange Case of Billy Biswas (1971), The Apprentice (1974), The Last Labyrinth (1981) and The River and The City (1990). His fourth novel ‘The Last Labyrinth’ received the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award in 1982. The present paper intends to explore and exhibit the existential traits in Arun Joshi’s ‘The last Labyrinth’.</p> Mohammed Salman Parcy .M, Dr. Y. Parvas Sharif Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/364 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Exploring Modern Britain in Bernardine Evaristo's Girl, Women, Other http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/365 <p>The novel <em>Girl, Women, Other</em> by Bernardine Evaristo. It represents the various lives of twelve characters, primarily focused on women, whose tale closely tied amidst the complexities of modern Britain. Evaristo addresses the themes of gender, sexuality and racism. This novel is a groundbreaking exploration of human connection and individuality, offered with an innovative distinctive narrative style by using free-flowing prose without traditional punctuation. The novel’s significance lies in contemporary literature for the thematic exploration by Evaristo. As <em>Girl, Women, Other </em>gently closes its pages, it leaves behind an everlasting thought urging us to recognize the collective masterpiece that the beauty of our shared humanity is crafted from the richness of individual&nbsp;stories.</p> N. Munira Banu, K. Hasan Basaria Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/365 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 A Comprehensive Literary Inquiry into the Socio-Cultural Evolution of Muslim Women as Depicted in Selected Novels http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/366 <p>This article is an attempt to get out evolution of Muslim women through the works of Anjum Hasan's novel <em>Lunatic in my Head</em>, Anjum Zamarud Habib’s novel <em>Prisoner No 100</em> and Rokkiah Begum alias Rajathi Salma’s <em>The Hour Past Midnight.</em> &nbsp;Besides, the women from the north east are addressed because of two reasons. Principally crafted by essayists from the north east isn't highly remembered one picked this in unoriginal way all through in Indian English Writing . The paper expects to break down the brave existences of Muslim women, who are persecuted for the sake of culture, custom, and religion through a text based investigation of the novel <em>The Hour Past Midnight</em>, composed by the Tamil essayist Salma and interpreted by Lakshmi Holmstrom. This also investigates the battles looked by the heroines in the book. The novel portrays the occurrences in the existences of Rabia, her mom Zohra; Rahima, Wahida, Firdaus, Mumtaz, Farida and a few different women of the area. Every one of them are casualties of the sexist and male centric mentality of their local area. A portion of these women remain quiet, and get through each sort of torment and enduring with outrageous tolerance and flexibility. Others decide to oppose the standards which are set for themselves and live on their conditions. They support their uniqueness, freedoms, and poise. Every one of these women, regardless, shows brave boldness, courage, strength, and opposition. By confronting the situation of their lives intensely, and by testing the man centric organizations, these characters exhibit that every one of them is a singular brimming with potential.</p> Noushad PM Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/366 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 The plight of octogenarian women in daisy Rockwell’s Tomb of Sand http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/367 <p>The Octogenarian refers to the old people between the age of 80 and 89. It is also called the&nbsp; golden age for them. The Novel <em>Tomb of Sand </em>is a translated version which was first&nbsp; published in Hindi as ‘Ret Samadhi’ by Geetanjali Shree in 2019. After this publication&nbsp; Daisy Rockwell translated this novel and was also awarded the Booker prize in 2022.These&nbsp; both authors are famous for their writings on Feminism. This novel is about the&nbsp; Plight/Sufferings about a character Ma throughout the novel. It refers to how she overcomes&nbsp; those fears and succeeds in her life. This is a South-Asian Fiction. In this novel it is forced that there is some borderline between the words of languages. ‘Ma’ is referred to as Wall in&nbsp; this Novel. She is referred to as the wall because Ma is the only character who always helps&nbsp; everyone and she is referred to as a sacrificing woman. She used to sacrifice her happiness&nbsp; for their children's love and for their happiness. Wall is that Ma is the wall and she protects&nbsp; her childrens from all the evils it is referred to as. At the end of the novel, she used to break&nbsp; that wall and come back to her life and wanted to live her life like a bird which is flying high&nbsp; in the sky.</p> P. Palani Bharathi, Dr. A.G. Nihal Basha, Dr. Y. Parvas Sharif Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/367 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Unrealistic Study and Postmodernity in Haruki Murakami's Kafka on the Shore http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/368 <p>Haruki Murakami is a Japanese writer. He is well known writer in Japan and his novels and short stories are most wanted in internationally. Murakami has gone through countless awards for his works, especially his works are changed into 50 languages. His novel <em>Kafka </em><em>on the Shore </em>(2002) explores the inherent connection of destiny and consequences of his dislocation. The protagonist of the novel is Kafka Tamura a 15 year old boy who leaves his home and father to curse. Another leading character, Nakata is a stranger who has skill at talking with cats. <em>Kafka on the Shore </em>he lists out the concepts like self-independence, metaphysics, limit of conscious and unconscious of human minds, magical realism. In this novel, Murakami examines how people determine and construct meaning for themselves and beingness.</p> P. Silambuselvi, M.G. Thajunnisa Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/368 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 A View on Chetan Bhagat’s novel One Arranged Murder http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/369 <p>This is a novel of human emotions, love, jealous and pride of a family. The Chetan Bhagat was an accomplished writer in the readership. His many novels have been taken as a film in Bollywood. It involves the themes such as the psychological imbalance and emotional distress. In this novel the mental trauma faced by Anjali by being the far divided twin’s life journey. It pokes the growing tendency against the society. The final end was a twist to the readers and this is a novel of pure crime through emotions.</p> V.Parthina, V.Pavithra Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/369 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 The quest for the meaning of suffering in Shiv K. Kumar’s The Bones Prayer http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/370 <p>Literature portrays the anguish and torments that lead to the human suffering. From the&nbsp; earlier days to the present day, literature picturizes the suffering of humans in various&nbsp; dimensions. The suffering is an unavoidable one in the part of life. Every person suffers&nbsp; from wars, natural calamities, and their own mistakes in life. This paper portrays the pain&nbsp; and suffering of love and reveals the suffering of Indian men, that helps to provide some&nbsp; possible ways and explores the meaning of suffering in Shiv K. Kumar’s <em>The Bones&nbsp; Prayer</em>.</p> S. Mohamed Arif, Dr. N. Dhilip Mohamad Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/370 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Trauma and Friendship in Hanya Yanagihara’s A Little Life http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/371 <p><sub>Hanya Yanagihara's<em> A Little Life</em> is a novel that tells the story of four friends living in New York City. It focuses on Jude St. Francis, a complex character with a traumatic past. The novel explores themes of friendship, trauma and resilience. Through flashbacks and timelines, the narrative unveils the deep connections between the characters and gradually reveals Jude’s painful history. Yanagihara’s emotive prose and symbolic elements contribute to the intense emotional depth of the story. The novel’s unique structure adds layers to character development and emphasizes the lasting impact of trauma on individuals. As readers navigate the characters’ lives, the narrative fosters empathy and awareness of the challenges they face. <em>A Little Life</em> has received critical acclaim for its exploration of profound themes and its ability to resonate emotionally with readers.</sub></p> S.Afraa Dhawood Bi, A.Famitha Banu Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/371 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Struggle of an immigrant woman in Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s NOVEL “Queen of Dreams” http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/372 <p>Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, a renowned author celebrated for her insightful exploration of the&nbsp; Immigrant experience, particularly for women characters in her novel “Queen of Dreams”.&nbsp; Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is Indian American writer, born in July 29,1956. Queen of Dreams (2004) Is about the generation of immigrants’ family living in America. The novel “Queen of&nbsp; Dreams” is based on the epigraph of Haruki Murakami and the lines are taken from Sputnik&nbsp; Sweetheart. Queen of Dreams has multiple concepts of immigrants’ identity, culture conflict and&nbsp; problem Struggle by the immigrant People. In this novel the character Rakhi shows the immigrant&nbsp; Identity crisis. In this novel the author questions about her real identity, she shares her Indian and&nbsp; American experience through her novel. Thus, the novelist discusses about the immigrant People,&nbsp; their life, culture, and desire for interconnecting of one identity.&nbsp;</p> S. Ponjeeva, S.Shobana Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/372 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Postmodern narrative from beyond in Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/373 <p>In modern history , postmodernism serves as a crucial aims , find out suppressed narratives of various marginalized class and exemplify cultural truth. A postmodern rewrites of Homer's <em>Odyssey</em> that claims traditional myth and narratives found in <em>The Penelopiad</em> by Margaret Atwood.&nbsp; Margaret gives polyphonic narrative which voices to various characters centering on Penelope and her handmaids whereas Homer's tale focuses on the narrator which was considered as known perspective. <em>The Penelopiad</em> examine deeper into ancient myth and text and explore many interpretations. Those dominant narrative in Homer's period was interrupted and she provides an alternative perspective. Thus,&nbsp;Atwood's postmodern narrative approaches reconstructs, examines the truth and moral standards.</p> C.Sinobiya, B.Sumaiya Banu Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/373 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Unendurable Anguish of an Individual: A Study of Scott Heim`s Mysterious Skin http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/374 <p>This paper focuses on the character Brain Lackey the protagonist of Scott&nbsp; Heim`s Mysterious Skin. Mysterious Skin (1995) discusses the life on two young boys Neil&nbsp; McCormick and Brian Lackey. They are associated in a baseball team ‘Little League’. They&nbsp; fall as a prey to their coach. Neil McCormick welcomes the relationship with his coach, later&nbsp; becomes a hustler. The victim, Brian Lackey is insentient when the assault took place. The&nbsp; novel limens the torment of the rape survivor, who is not even aware of what has happened in&nbsp; his life.</p> Z. Syed Musthafa, Dr. M.H. Mohamed Rafiq Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/374 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Joseph Conrad’s Disquisition Of Jim’s Metamorphosis In Lord Jim http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/375 <p>This paper delves into the profound character analysis of Jim’s metamorphosis&nbsp; in Joseph Conrad’s “Lord Jim.”Exploring the cerebral and moral confines of Jim’s journey, it navigates through his immature idealism, the pivotal patna incident, and the his subsequent exile to patusan. Jim’s character development unfolds as a complex interplay of internal struggles, furnishing a nuanced understanding of his metamorphosis. The paper also examines the intricate depiction of morality, challenging conventional morals. Through this analysis, we unravel the layers of Jim’s character, offering insight&nbsp; into the broader human condition and moral complexities. Conrad’s disquisition of Jim’s metamorphosis prompts a reflection on dateless themes of guilt, redemption, and the fluid nature of morality, perfecting our understanding of tone and society.</p> Vibinraj C Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/375 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Prediction of Cyberpunkin The Utopian Vision of Isaacasimov http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/376 <p>This paper concentrates on cyberpunk and its intense impacts on society. It also considers the suppressing supremacy and overpowering of technology in the future generations which can be seen obviously in the works of Isaac Asimov. Undoubtedly, Asimov was an eminent figure in the field of robotics and the science fiction genre who was considered to be one of the ‘Big Three’ science fiction writers. He was not only a writer but also a professor of biochemistry at Boston University. His predictions regarding the future in his book <em>Earth is Room Enough </em>(1957) will indeed come true as we are facing situations where there is a rapid increase in dependency on technology and artificial intelligence. The short story <em>The Fun They Had </em>(1951) was periodically set in the year 2157 wherein he presented the lives of two young children Margie and Tommy, and their strained relationship with the mechanical teacher.</p> H. Nazeela Begam, S.Shobana Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0 http://www.jmcjarj.org/index.php/jarj/article/view/376 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000