Utkarsh Patel, Mythologist & Author; Author, ‘Silencing Draupadi’
- Utkarsh is a mythologist and an author.
- His latest book is Silencing Draupadi. His earlier books have been “Shakuntala – The Woman Wronged”, published by Rupa Publications, “Satyavati”, a mobile-book published by Readify, Indra – The Rise and Fall of a Hero and “Kannaki’s Anklet”, published by Indus Source.
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Overview
Dive into the fascinating journey of mythologist Utkarsh Patel as he unpacks the layers behind Draupadi’s story—one of power, silence, and resistance in ancient narratives. Discover how mythology shapes gender roles and why speaking up matters, even when voices are silenced.
00:33- About Utkarsh Patel
- Utkarsh is a mythologist and an author.
- His latest book is Silencing Draupadi. His earlier books have been “Shakuntala – The Woman Wronged”, published by Rupa Publications, “Satyavati”, a mobile-book published by Readify, Indra – The Rise and Fall of a Hero and “Kannaki’s Anklet”, published by Indus Source.
08:56- What does your research reveal about power, gender, and voice?
- Men make critical decisions, often without consulting women, showing a lack of female agency in ancient narratives.
- Female characters bear the consequences of male actions, often without being informed or having a say.
- Concepts like honor and dignity are imposed on women, while men are seen as their guardians, making women the scapegoats of societal expectations.
19:59- What would Draupadi say if she spoke today?
- She would reject forced marriage, especially to multiple men, regardless of societal expectations.
- She would question being treated as property, challenging Yudhishthira’s right to gamble her away.
- She would assert her agency, demanding respect and autonomy rather than being reduced to a possession.
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- Utkarsh is a mythologist and an author.
- His latest book is Silencing Draupadi. His earlier books have been “Shakuntala – The Woman Wronged”, published by Rupa Publications, “Satyavati”, a mobile-book published by Readify, Indra – The Rise and Fall of a Hero and “Kannaki’s Anklet”, published by Indus Source.
