Theme of Resistance and Nationalism in Sarojini Naidu’s Poems

Abstract

The literature is an interpretation of the socio-political and economic events of its time. Indian poetry in English follows the same tradition. Poetry, under British rule, worked as a form of resistance, an anticolonial movement, and a song of bravery. Sarojini Naidu addresses the issues of her time through the use of imagery and symbolism in her poetry. As a poet and activist, she raises her voice against oppressive British rule in India and advocates for its independence from them. She portrays India's cultural heritage and awakens the people to unite and preserve their identity against imperialistic policies. This research paper aims to analyze Sarojini Naidu’s poems in the context of themes such as resistance and Nationalism. The present study employs an analytical methodology to explore the aforementioned themes. The present study focuses on Naidu’s roles as poet, activist, and nationalist, as well as her proficiency in using literature as an instrument of resistance.