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PAPER ID:IJIM/Vol. 7 (IX)/January 2023/43-48/8
AUTHOR: Dr. Renu Baliyan
TITLE: EXPLORING THE LITERARY LANDSCAPE OF THE 1857 UPRISING: A STUDY OF HINDI AND URDU LITERATURE
ABSTRACT : Indian National MovementforIndependence has its unique and very vast history. We faced many challenges and issues to get our freedom back. This present paper is an effort to discuss about the literary works on the Uprising of 1857 in Hindi and Urdu language as well. It is a matter of debate among the historians as some of them used words like Revolt, Mutiny, Uprising, and first war for Indian Independence. But the 1857 revolt against British Rule was a significant uprising that saw participation from annoyed princes, disconnected sepoys, and disillusioned elements. It is important to note that resistance to the East India Company had been ongoing since its inception, with various tribal groups, peasants, and religious factions engaging in localized and disorganized opposition. Civil disturbances and local uprisings were common, often stemming from popular discontent with British rule or individual grievances. As literature gives a picture of the particular society on the various things and incidents; so that we can found the feeling of patriotism and sacrifices in many literary works of Indian context also. The contemporary poetry and related works are really helpful to know about the real situation of Uprising of 1857.
KEYWORDS: Mutiny, Nationalism, Poetry, Indian National Movement, East India Company