SOCIAL ECOFEMINISM IN ESCAPE BY MANJULA PADMANABHAN

Mansi Binani; Swati Singh

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.1871

Authors

Mansi Binani PhD Scholar, GD Goenka University, Sohna, Haryana
Dr. Swati Singh Assistant Professor, GD Goenka University, Sohna, Haryana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.1871

Keywords:

Social Ecofeminism, Gender Oppression, Environmental Degradation, Dystopian Fiction

Abstract [English]

The present study highlights the themes of ecofeminism and dystopia in Manjula Padmanabhan’s novel Escape. The primary goal is to analyse how the novel portrays a society that systematically oppresses women and exploits the environment, reflecting broader concerns of patriarchal control and ecological degradation. The research design includes a critical examination of the narrative structure and thematic elements, drawing from ecofeminist theory to explore the interconnectedness of gender and environmental issues. The methodology involves a close reading of the text, with a focus on character dynamics, particularly the experiences of women in the dystopian setting. The analysis reveals that Padmanabhan’s depiction of a world where women are hunted and nature is ravaged serves as a powerful critique of contemporary societal norms. To concludes that Escape not only highlights the dangers of extreme patriarchal dominance but also advocates for a reconceptualization of human relationships with nature and each other, emphasizing the need for ecological and gender justice.

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