INDIAN PERSPECTIVES ON MEDIA AND LITERARY NARRATIVES: AN ANALYTICAL EXPLORATION

Abstract [English]

This study examines the complex relationship between media discourse, political ideology, and global conflict as reflected in Indian responses to international crises. It explores how acts of large-scale violence are interpreted and reframed within domestic political contexts, revealing the interplay between global narratives and national priorities. The analysis highlights the role of media in constructing simplified binaries that often align with prevailing ideological agendas, while also acknowledging the presence of critical voices that challenge dominant interpretations. By situating media representations within broader historical and geopolitical frameworks, the study demonstrates how international events are appropriated to reinforce internal political strategies, reshape national identity, and negotiate positions within global power structures. At the same time, it underscores the tensions that arise from competing perspectives, particularly in a diverse and pluralistic society, where alternative narratives continue to question the ethical, political, and humanitarian implications of war and terrorism.