• Saleena Firdhoush

The word Feminism is derived from the French word ‘Feminisme’ and as per Cambridge dictionary it is defined as “the belief that Women should be allowed the same rights, power and opportunities as men and be treated in the same way, or the set of activities intended to achieve this State.” Though social reforms towards gender equality saw its first wave in the early 19th Century, which was quit evidently reflected in some of the greatest works of the era with Mary Wollstonecraft being regarded as the first truly ‘Modern’ Women. But the contribution of female renowned authors before this period towards the Emergence of Feminism in English Literature with the heroic Portrayal of Women in their work cannot be overlooked. However, the waves of feminism have evolved over a period of time to liberate Women, Nonetheless the changes in perception of feminism continuous to be represented even by the eminent writers of 21st century who by their works have explored the depth of feminism socially, economically, politically and racially. This paper introduces from feminist writers namely Jane Austen - Pride and Prejudice, Charlotte Bronte – Jane Eyre, Mary Wollstonecraft – A Vindication of the Right of Women, Toni Morrison –The Bluest Eye of English literature and analyse their work by depicting gender inequality, gender indifference and structural oppression and highlighting the struggles of Women for the pursuit of equality, independence and self-realization which have made a difference in the feminist movement. This article also aims at evolving Black Feminism in Modern Era.

Gender Equality, Feminism, Racism, Black Feminism.

"Feminism, The Journey Of Innerself: A Reading Of Few Female Writers", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no.b328-b330, August-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208141.pdf

"Feminism, The Journey Of Innerself: A Reading Of Few Female Writers", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 8, page no. ppb328-b330, August-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2208141.pdf