Author(s): C. Sundaram

Abstract: Myth occupies a major part in the life of women. Various kinds of belief made women to be in the corner of the society. We have seen many such taboos which suppresses women. This article discusses one among that. Anupama being suffered from Leukoderma was considered as a person of bad omen and sent out from her in-laws house. The entire society believed her as a person of untouchable. Though she slipped down slightly she successfully gave a good come back with the weapon called education. Education plays a major role in this novel which was used excellently by the heroine Anupama in the upliftment and betterment of her life whereas from the side of male protagonist even though he was educated he remained in shallow darkness. Anand being a doctor couldn’t understood the reality and failed to stand by the side of Anu as he had only physical attraction over her. This article paves a way for every citizen to look into the beauty called character of a woman not merely external appearance. It also shows the tendency of Anu coping up with all kind of situation with boldness.

Keywords: Education, Leukoderma, Ignorance.

Article Info: Received: 19 Jul 2024; Received in revised form: 14 Aug 2024; Accepted: 17 Aug 2024; Available online: 24 Aug 2024

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.94.38