• P. Mohana Priya

The depiction of women from the ancient to the contemporary era can be traced in Indian fiction in different forms written by several authors. The portrayal of women has changed drastically from women struggling, suffering, and showing no signs of relief to women who overcomes the obstacles of dominance. In the contemporary literature, women have been portrayed as strong and liberated. The present paper focuses on the emancipation of a new woman in Sudha Murty’s novel Mahashweta. Furthermore, the paper throws light on the protagonist whose liberation from the social stigma and prejudice is shown through her hope, resilience and courage. This research also aims to showcase the capability of women to fight against all odds of her life.

emancipation, social stigma, prejudice, hope, resilience, new woman.

"Emancipation of a New Woman in the Novel Mahashweta by Sudha Murty", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 6, page no.a974-a976, June-2021, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2106139.pdf

"Emancipation of a New Woman in the Novel Mahashweta by Sudha Murty", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.8, Issue 6, page no. ppa974-a976, June-2021, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2106139.pdf