IJLLC | Unveiling Ecological Feminism in Manga Series Buddha by Osamu Tezuka

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Unveiling Ecological Feminism in Manga Series Buddha by Osamu Tezuka

Pragati , Devendra Kumar Sharma

International Journal of Language, Literature and Culture (IJLLC), Vol-5,Issue-1, January - February 2025, Pages 1-8, 10.22161/ijllc.5.1.1

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Article Info: Received: 16 Dec 2024, Received in revised form: 15 Jan 2025, Accepted: 23 Jan 2025, Available online: 29 Jan 2025

Abstract:

Due to constant exploitation of environment, the theory of ecocriticism has emerged; this intersection of literature and ecology provides a greater scope to interpret current environmental crisis, and one of the lenses that has emerged through it, is ‘Ecofeminism’. Ecofeminism is a social and political movement that examines the interconnectedness between the oppression of women and the degradation of the environment. Osamu Tezuka’s manga series Buddha, while focuses on Siddhartha’s spiritual journey, it also incorporates diverse female characters playing significant roles in the series. The paper probes into the various aspects of eco-feminist ideals through these female characters, such as the rejection of oppressive gender roles, the pursuit of personal agency and spiritual growth, and the recognition of the interconnectedness between human beings and the natural world. It further delves into the challenges of traditional patriarchal structures and offer alternative narratives that emphasize empathy and a harmonious relationship with nature.

Keywords:

Ecofeminism, Manga, Patriarchy, Gender roles, Nature, Environment.

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