Anwar Pasha's Novel "Nishuti Rater Gatha": A Perspective on Time, Society, and Politics/ আনোয়ার পাশার উপন্যাস ‘নিষুতি রাতের গাথা’ : সময়, সমাজ ও রাজনীতিবীক্ষা

Abstract

The novel serves as an artistic representation of the continuous flow of time and the evolving dynamics of society, intricately interwoven with the depths of human existence. As society progresses, the novel captures its multifaceted complexities, contradictions, and conflicts, along with their possible resolutions. Fundamentally, the novel reflects human experiences—joy and sorrow, hope and despair, love and brutality—all shaped by the inexorable passage of time. In Anwar Pasha's fiction, contemporary socio-political upheavals are depicted with stark realism, where human struggles, historical consciousness, political turmoil, and the natural world converge in an authentic and compelling narrative. As a writer committed to the truth of life, Pasha constructs the framework of his novels by blending personal experience with creative imagination. His second novel, Nishuti Rater Gatha, vividly portrays the socio-political landscape of post-Partition India, particularly the struggles of Muslims in West Bengal, the horrors of communal riots, and the broader political climate. Beneath the narrative lies the anguish of shattered dreams, the crisis of love and humanity, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals amidst chaos. The novelist presents a harrowing depiction of communal violence, exposing its brutal and monstrous nature, while also subtly hinting at the presence of secular and humanist forces—however faint their resistance may be. Through his exploration of time, society, and politics, Pasha does not merely document the history of riots but crafts a deeply moving human account that underscores the fragile yet persistent resistance against communalism. Simultaneously, the novel offers a nuanced portrayal of women, highlighting their individuality and political awareness, thereby providing a broader reflection of the socio-political realities of the time.