Identity Crisis in Raja Rao’s Kanthapura

Abstract

This article explores the theme of post colonialism in Raja Rao’s novel Kanthapura. By analysing the text, we examine how religion affects the Indian village of Kanthapura, its culture and its people. The narrative explores the community’s struggle to resist and adapt to the emphasizing themes of identity, struggle and cultural change. Raja Rao’s “Kanthapura” is an important work of Indian literature, depicting the impact of colonialism on a rural village in South India. The novel explores the transformation of a village in its struggle for independence through the lens of the main character, Moorthy. This summary provides insight into the rich tapestry of “Kanthapura” and invites readers to explore identity, community, and freedom at this pivotal moment in Indian history.“Kanthapura” by Raja Rao is a story set in a rural Indian village during the struggle for independence. Through the protagonist Moorthy, the novel explores the complexities of colonialism, resistance and colonialism. Lao’s lyrics describe the importance of village life, emphasizing themes of leadership, change and unity against oppression. This summary encapsulates the essence of “Kanthapura,” inviting the reader to explore the transformation of relationships and the renewal of the human spirit.