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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh Pal
Did Sita have a duplicate who was abducted by Ravana? Did Rama have a sister? Was
Kaikeyi genuinely a cruel and obstinate stepmother? How did Vedavati avenge her
humiliation in the guise of Sita?
Women play an integral role in Indian mythology, and the Ramayana is no exception.
Whether it be popular ones such as Sita and Mandodari or obscure ones such as Sulochana
and Shanta, these phenomenal female characters have been constantly attempting to bring
about a transformation in the status of women in the contemporary era through their distinct
and unusual ways. Time and again, the Ramayana has been executing the pedagogical
method of preaching us on something through its antithesis. For instance, esteem and regard
for women are taught via Ravana, who disrespects and molests women.
With their rock-strong grit, indefatigable qualities, and innate charisma, these female
characters are teaching women to be more than just good wives and daughters-in-law through
antithetical means. They are teaching us that within each woman resides the Goddess (Devi)
and to attain Saraswati (wisdom), Lakshmi (wealth), and Shakti (authority) one has to first
respect women who are indeed manifestations of these divine female entities. So fasten
yourself and let this title bring forward the folk variants and retellings of the stories of these
phenomenal women into mainstream narration for you.
Dhruv Kabra
Dhruv Kabra is a young and accomplished author who hoards a burning passion for the subject of mythology. He loves transmitting his understanding of the scriptures to the world around him through books and articles as a medium. He wielded his pen at the tender age of 15 and has authored more than fifty articles on mythology since then which have been published on his blog. A few of his write-ups have also been published in widely-read newspapers such as the TOI, Student Edition. He has displayed his acumen for writing by winning several accolades.
He published his debut book based on Hindu mythology, entitled ‘Deities, Customs and Narratives’ that was officially launched at the City Palace, Jaipur, and has gained a great response. His second title called ‘Indian Lore: Mythology for the Contemporary Readers' was recently launched in January 2021 and the third book called 'Seas on Moon' on which he collaborated with several other writers, is a poetry anthology that includes the works of young budding poets. Dhruv is an exceptional blend of confidence, passion, commitment, and righteousness.
To read his articles visit his blog: www.notapandit.wordpress.com
