URDU, Anjuman Taraqqi-e-Urdu - Karachi

اردو

Anjuman Taraqqi-e-Urdu Pakistan
ISSN (print): 2519-6332
ISSN (online): 2708-1915
Abstract

Literature, a vital interpreter of societal narratives, unveils cultural intricacies often overlooked. In poetry and prose, the exploration of womanhood vividly portrays women's resilience, contributing to societal progress. Modern literature, with feminism as a driving force, narrates societal construction amid injustices. Influential figures like Sir Syed Ahmad Khan shape Urdu literature, advocating for women's rights. The distinction between Western and Eastern feminism is pivotal in  21st century literature, providing a nuanced exploration of women's experiences. Authors like Kishwar Naheed, Fahmida Riaz, and others challenge societal norms in the evolving gender dynamics landscape. The persistent tradition of addressing feminism in Urdu literature reflects the eloquence of writers, emphasizing the need to discern disparities between Eastern and Western cultures, societal norms, and genuine freedoms granted to women in Muslim societies.

Author(s):

Research Scholar, Dept. of Urdu, Rifah International University, Faisalabad Campus

Pakistan

  • ibnebashir705@gmail.com
  • 0321-2822028

PhD Scholar, Muslim Youth University, Islamabad

Pakistan

  • amiraleem446@gmail.com
  • 0306-7760614

PhD Scholar, International Islamic University, Islamabad

Pakistan

  • amnasyed.edu.pk@gmail.com
  • 0333-1547063

Details:

Type: Article
Volume: 101
Issue: 1
Language: Urdu
Id: 68626e40eeb40
Pages 106 - 134
Discipline: Arts & Humanities
Published June 30, 2025

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