A Critical Study of Gender and Marginality in Satyajit Ray’s Select Decetive Fictions of Feluda Series

Author(s)	Mr. Hirak Gupta, Mr. Rohan Yadav, Ms. Rumsha Waqia Wania, Mr. Amit Prasad
Country	India
Abstract	This paper investigates the influence of children’s literature on young minds, focusing on the gender imbalances in Satyajit Ray’s Feluda Series. By analyzing the male-dominated narratives across 35 stories and four incomplete novels, the study explores how societal constructs and stereotypes shape young readers’ perceptions of gender roles. Drawing on psychological and sociological research, it highlights the subconscious effects of male-centric characters on youth, potentially fostering biases against marginalized genders. The paper compares Feluda with global detective literature, examines the socio-cultural context of post-colonial Bengal, and advocates for gender-neutral narratives to promote inclusivity. It also emphasizes parental guidance and modern adaptations as strategies for fostering equitable perspectives, contributing to the discourse on diverse representation in children’s literature.
Keywords	Gender, Marginality, Detective Fiction, Feluda Series, Satyajit Ray
Field	Arts
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On	2025-06-01
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46282
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9m2fw

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