Shekhar Chakraborty and Banani Das
Abstract:Amar Jiban, (My Life) by Rassundari Devi stands as the first full-length autobiography written by a Bengali woman. It is a feminist document capturing the lives of Indian women of the 19th century. The writer not only provides a vivid portrait of her personal journey of life but also offers invaluable insight into social, cultural and educational constraints faced by Hindu women in colonial Bengal. The text is a groundbreaking account of a woman鈥檚 struggle for literacy and self expression amidst the constraints of patriarch, and colonial society. It is a timeless reminder that even within the confines of patriarchy, a determined voice can break through and create history. This article explores the life story of Rassundari Devi, highlighting her courage, struggles, and the significance of her autobiography as a testimony of resistance against societal norms.
DOI: 10.33545/26647699.2025.v7.i2e.232
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Shekhar Chakraborty and Banani Das. Amar Jiban: A Challenging Life-Story of a Courageous Bengali Woman of the 19th Century. Int. J. Humanit. Arts 2025;7(2):330-332. DOI: 10.33545/26647699.2025.v7.i2e.232