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@article{173238,
        author = {R. Rabiya and Dr. Binu V S},
        title = {Despair in Bama’s ‘Karukku’},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {9},
        pages = {2249-2252},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=173238},
        abstract = {Bama, is a celebrated Tamil Dalit feminist writer whose works engage with various issues prevailing in her society in India.  "Karukku" is her autobiographical account that sheds light on her experiences growing up as a Dalit woman in Tamil Nadu. Through this, Bama reclaims her voice and agency, challenging the dominant narratives that have historically silenced Dalit voices. This is not just a personal memoir, but a collective testimony of her community’s resilience and strength. "Karukku" is a seminal work that explores the multifaceted oppression faced by Dalit women in India. It not only captures the author's personal experiences but also reflects the intersection of caste, gender, and religion of Dalit people. Dalit women, especially, face social ostracism and are denied basic rights and subjected to humiliation. They hope for their redemption and dreams to have a better and satisfactory life. They not only expect to have their own self- identity and social justice but hope for a better future.},
        keywords = {Dalit, autobiography, resilience, oppression, humiliation.},
        month = {February},
        }