Language and Power in Postcolonial Literature: Reclaiming Identity and Resisting Colonial Legacies
Journal: International Journal of English, Literature and Social Science (Vol.10, No. 2)Publication Date: 2025-03-06
Authors : Kirandeep Kaur Mukul Sapna Meenakshi Navpreet Kaur;
Page : 091-094
Keywords : Identity; Language; Linguistic Resistance; Postcolonial Literature; Power;
Abstract
The research paper explores the dynamic relationship between language and power in postcolonial literature. It examines how language serves as both a tool of colonization and a means of resistance in postcolonial contexts. The study delves into the role of language in shaping identity, expressing cultural heritage, and negotiating power structures. Through a qualitative analysis of key postcolonial texts, the paper investigates how authors use language to challenge colonial legacies, assert autonomy, and redefine selfhood. The findings highlight the centrality of language in postcolonial discourse and its transformative potential in dismantling oppressive systems.
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