• Dr. Tarun Chandra Roy

Dr. Indira Goswami , through her prolific writing, emerged as a fearless voice in the portrayal of human life and societal issues. She established herself as a prominent figure in the realm of literary world at an early age. Her literary repertoire consisted of over 25 novels and numerous short stories. She made significant contributions in Ramayana research. Dr. Goswami's narratives were grounded in her first-hand experiences and keen observations of society. Her novel, "The Blue Necked God," published in 1976, stands as a testament to explore intricate themes and present them with lucidity and sensitivity. The literary works of Dr. Indira Goswami contain a recurring motif that is widely spread. This motif focuses on the portrayal of marginalized and oppressed members of society. In her narratives, Dr. Goswami skillfully depicts the challenges faced by various social classes. These challenges include widows coping with their circumstances, sharecroppers and destitute peasants in dire predicaments, abandoned lovers enduring hardships, disillusioned youth, and victims during times of communal upheaval. Dr. Goswami's ability to explore the depths of human experience with unwavering honesty is highly praised in the field of literature. Her work has left a lasting impact on the Indian literary tradition.

Widowhood, freedom, marginality, society.

"Breaking the Bars: Women's Quest for Freedom in Indira Goswami’s “The Blue- Necked God’’", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no.132-135, November-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1901I18.pdf

"Breaking the Bars: Women's Quest for Freedom in Indira Goswami’s “The Blue- Necked God’’", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no. pp132-135, November-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1901I18.pdf