Abstract

Indian mythic fiction is a relatively recent addition to the realm of Indian English literature. The primary content of this work consists of the characters and narratives derived from the two significant Indian epics, namely the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Typically, it encompasses contemporary adaptations of these metanarratives. It can be argued that they represent a contemporary reinterpretation of conventional values. Numerous writers have chosen this genre as a domain for their literary pursuits. They have carried out their responsibilities admirably. Contemporary authors who have contributed to the genre of Indian mythic fiction include Devdutt Pattanaik, Kavita Kane, Chitra Banerjee Divakaurni, Anand Neelakantan, Mallar Chatterjee, Manini J. Anandani, and Amish Tripathi. The authors have captivated the literary audience by skillfully portraying lesser-known yet impactful characters from the aforementioned epics. This study has identified four significant characters from the subaltern perspective, two of which are from the Ramayana and the other two from the Mahabharata. Despite being suppressed, these characters hold great importance.

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