Mythological Aspects in the Plays of Girish Karnad: A Study

Abstract

The tradition of writing dramatization has a long and rich history in a nation like India. The foundation of Indian dramatization lies in the Vedic Era Convention of Sanskrit Prose. In the old-Sanskrit period, plays were played in front of spectators. The specialty of execution coupled with music and melodies in ancient India was an integral part of customs and strict celebrations. Such dramatizations were straightforward in style and dependent on Mahabharata, the Bhagavat Gita, and the Ramayana subject or scene. The present paper is an analysis of mythological aspects as reflected in the plays of Girish Karnad.