ناول "راکھ"میں عصری شعور Contemporary consciousness in the novel "Rakh"

Abstract

In the novel "Rakh" written by Mustansar Hussain Tararr, contemporary consciousness emerges as a very important artistic and intellectual element. The novel reflects the political, social, cultural and psychological problems of its time and presents the collective history and social changes of Pakistan in an artistic manner. The division of the subcontinent, national and political changes and social chaos are presented in the novel in such a way that the past and the present seem interconnected. The author tries to understand the current social situation through historical events. The characters of the novel appear to be wandering in search of their individual and collective identity. The identity crisis caused by migration, cultural change and changing social conditions is an important symptom of contemporary consciousness.In "Rakh"a deep look is given at the struggle for power, political uncertainty, social inequality and national issues. The novel creates a critical awareness of the problems of its time and invites the reader to reflect on the situation.The loneliness, uncertainty and internal conflict of modern man are the main themes of the novel. The characters seem to be searching for their existence and purpose in a changing social environment. The novel presents wars and their effects not only as historical events but also as human tragedies. Thus, the novel evokes the consciousness of peace, humanity and human values Mustansir Hussain Tarar's novel "Rakh" is an important representative novel of contemporary consciousness. It presents the issues of history, politics, society, human psychology and national identity in such a way that the reader can better understand the complexities and challenges of his era. This contemporary awareness gives this novel a unique place in Urdu literature.