Voice of the Voiceless: A Psychoanalytical Approach and Marital Discord in Nayantara Sahgal’s ‘Mistaken Identity’

Abstract

Nayantara Sahgal, a political writer, focuses on the elite class, explores female issues, and strives for self-realization. From her early writings until the later portion of her writing career, her characters embody an intense desire for independence. Her primary concern appears to be man-woman relationships in a sociopolitical environment. Nonetheless, her stories provide a clear explanation of historical events. Mistaken Identity is an adequate example of historical occurrences, with unbridled patriotism. She paints a compelling picture of the patriots, showing how they were willing to give up all for the sake of the country's freedom, including enduring tortures. Violence against women is a pervasive problem in male dominated societies throughout history. This article is an effort to examine Sahgals work where she gives a powerful voice to Indian women who have been oppressed by male. She is revered as a defender of Indian upper class women and explores the difficulties women face at home and in the wider world by focusing on the emotional and psychological toll it has on them.