Postcolonial

Nationalist and Revolutionary Literature

Nationalist and Revolutionary Literature Nil Darpan is a Bengali play written by Dinabandhu Mitra in 1858–1859. The play was published in Dhaka in 1860, under a pseudonym of the author. The play was essential to Nil Vidroha, better known as the Indigo Revolt of February–March 1859 in Bengal, when farmers refused to sow indigo in … Read more

Modern Indian Theatre

Modern Indian Theatre Modern Indian theatre is a diverse and vibrant art form that has evolved over the centuries. It is a product of the country’s rich cultural heritage, as well as its colonial past. Modern Indian theatre is characterized by its experimentation with form and content, and its engagement with social and political issues. … Read more