The Poisoned Bread: A Critical Analysis of Bandhu Madhav's Dalit Narrative

Author(s)	Dr. Nisha Singh
Country	India
Abstract	This paper examines The Poisoned Bread, a seminal short story by Bandhu Madhav, within the context of Dalit literature and the broader Indian socio-political landscape. Through close textual analysis and consideration of historical and cultural contexts, this research explores how Madhav's narrative illuminates the systemic oppression faced by Dalits in Indian society. The study investigates the story's central metaphor of poisoned bread, its portrayal of caste-based discrimination, and its critique of social hierarchies. By situating The Poisoned Bread within the canon of Dalit literature, this paper argues that Madhav's work serves as a powerful indictment of caste-based oppression and a call for social justice. The research also considers the story's impact on the Dalit literary movement and its continuing relevance in contemporary discussions of caste and equality in India.
Keywords	Keywords: Bandhu Madhav, Dalit literature, caste discrimination, Indian society, social justice, narrative analysis
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On	2025-02-08
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.35415
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g84fds

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