Trauma and Subjection in Anita Nair’s Ladies Coupe

Abstract

The advancement of women is reflected in the contributions made by women in every sector. The novels of Anita Nair beautifully address the shifting perceptions of women from those of pain to those of self-assurance. Though they have a secondary role in human civilization, women are essential components of it. The patriarchal societal structure has physically and psychologically harmed women since ancient times, yet from a contemporary standpoint, the idea of women’s traditional roles is eroding daily. Everybody has been impacted by the culture, values, customs, and social mores that are prevalent in the world. On the other hand, the conditions and exposure level determine how much a person is impacted by society. The portrayal of women’s lives and difficulties in modern civilizations in Anita Nair’s novel Ladies Coupé emphasizes their place in the household and larger social order. The difficulties women have in navigating patriarchal institutions that aim to marginalize and repress them are reflected in Akhila’s role as the head of her household following the death of her father. Socio-feminism looks into the experiences of the female characters in the novel to give voice to women who have traditionally been oppressed and silenced. Thus, a feminist perspective will be used to examine women’s challenges in this study. Therefore, the status of women in modern Indian society is presented in this study.