NAVIGATING NEW SHORES: DIASPORA AND CULTURAL DISPLACEMENT IN CONTEMPORARY INDIAN ENGLISH NOVELS

Abstract

This research paper investigates the multifaceted themes of diaspora and cultural displacement as depicted in contemporary Indian-English novels. It argues that these literary works serve as crucial sites for exploring the complex negotiations of identity, the enduring impact of colonial history, and the diverse ways individuals and communities reimagine belonging in a transnational world. The paper begins by defining diaspora and cultural displacement within post-colonial contexts, then delves into key theoretical frameworks such as hybridity, nostalgia, and the "Third Space" that underpin diasporic experiences.