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This scholarly investigation delves into the utilization of environmental and ecological metaphors within the Bangabandhu's 7th March Speech, analyzed through an eco-critical lens as theorized by Cheryll Glotfelty. The study elucidates how natural imagery and metaphors bolster the speech's thematic elements of conflict and emancipation. By meticulously examining these rhetorical devices, the research reveals their pivotal role in articulating the interplay between human struggle and natural endurance. The findings demonstrate that the ecological metaphors not only amplify the speech's emotive and symbolic resonance but also underscore the intrinsic link between human and ecological freedom. These metaphors transcend mere rhetorical embellishments, embodying a profound disconnectedness between human aspirations and environmental processes. This study contributes to eco-critical discourse by highlighting how such metaphors encapsulate the intertwined challenges of human and ecological liberation, offering significant insights into the broader implications for understanding the symbiosis of natural and societal struggles.

This paper examines the performative dimensions of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's seminal March 7, 1971, speech through the lenses of Erving Goffman’s dramaturgical analysis and Richard Schechner’s performance theory. By deconstructing the speech’s gestural rhetoric, vocal dynamics, and audience engagement, this study elucidates how Bangabandhu's oratory transcended mere political discourse to become a potent act of political theatre. The analysis reveals that through strategic use of gestures, pauses, and direct interaction with the audience, Bangabandhu not only conveyed his message with compelling clarity but also fostered a robust communal identity and mobilized collective action. The symbolic and ritualistic elements embedded within the speech further underscore its transformative impact on the Bengali liberation movement. This scholarly exploration offers valuable insights into the intersection of performance and politics, highlighting the enduring relevance of performative strategies in contemporary political oratory. The practical implications of this study extend to enhancing the efficacy of political communication and leadership in mobilizing societal change.

In this study, we explore the transformative impact of digital storytelling in education, with a focus on promoting global citizenship and sustainability awareness among students. We examine how digital storytelling platforms can enhance traditional literary curricula by fostering deeper cross-cultural understanding and engaging students with global sustainability challenges. We evaluate the effectiveness of digital narratives in increasing student engagement with literature while cultivating a sense of global responsibility and environmental stewardship. By enabling students to connect with diverse cultures and global issues through immersive and interactive storytelling, the research highlights the role of innovative educational strategies in aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The findings provide valuable insights for educators and policymakers seeking to leverage digital technologies in fostering a globally aware and responsible generation, ultimately contributing to the discourse on the integration of technology in education.

This inquiry navigates the intricacies of gender fluidity through an examination of the narrative techniques in The Cook and the Carpenter , using the lens of Sandra Bem's Gender Schema Theory. The argument traverses literary analysis and gender studies, delving into the text's gender-neutral language, and its dialogic engagement with contemporary gender discourses. Through a multidimensional analysis, the research illumines the text's literary foresight in engaging with embryonic notions of gender fluidity, transcending its historical epoch to resonate with modern discourses on gender neutrality and fluidity. The endeavour fosters a dialogue between literary analysis and gender theory, contributing to a broader scholarly discourse on gender fluidity in literary texts. The analysis not elucidates the text's engagement with gender fluidity and underscores its continued relevance in contemporary gender discourses.

This article examines the interplay between digital diasporas and gendered narratives within Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Americanah. It employs Chandra Talpade Mohanty’s transnational feminist framework to analyze the protagonist, Ifemelu’s, experiences across both physical and digital realms. The study highlights how digital platforms function as vital spaces for identity negotiation and community engagement, facilitating a complex dialogue between Ifemelu’s Nigerian heritage and her American experiences. By integrating theoretical insights from Mohanty, the analysis emphasizes the intersectionality of race, gender, and class, enriching our understanding of diasporic identity formation.

This study interrogates the performative construction of gender in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's seminal 7th March Speech through the theoretical lens of Judith Butler's performativity. By dissecting the speech's language and narrative strategies, this research elucidates how masculinities and femininities are enacted, subverted, and reinforced within the nationalist discourse. The analysis reveals that Bangabandhu’s rhetoric not only galvanized a collective struggle for liberation but also intricately wove gender identities into the fabric of the nationalist movement. This dual focus provides critical insights into the speech's role in shaping societal norms and gender relations, offering practical implications for contemporary political rhetoric and advocacy for gender inclusivity.

The article examines the intricate tapestry of Sylvia Plath's life, writings, and her subsequent legacy, seeking to elucidate the intertwining threads of personal anguish and the broader feminist milieu of the mid-twentieth century. Utilizing Nancy Hartsock's Standpoint Theory as a primary analytical tool, the study positions Plath's narratives within a larger feminist discourse, uncovering the profound ways in which her personal traumas mirror and mould feminist perspectives. Through a meticulous examination of Plath's interactions with feminist contemporaries and her unique perspective on death, the research underscores her enduring relevance in shaping contemporary feminist discussions and death education narratives. The paper culminates in a reflection on the transformative potential of viewing Plath through a standpoint lens, emphasizing the novel insights this approach offers.

This research paper conducts a meticulous exegesis of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's seminal 7th March 1971 speech through the theoretical framework of Hope Theory as propounded by C.R. Snyder. By dissecting the speech’s rhetorical architecture, this study elucidates how Bangabandhu’s strategic deployment of goal-setting, pathway articulation, and agency instillation galvanized a subjugated populace toward the pursuit of sovereignty. The analysis reveals the intricate mechanisms by which Bangabandhu engendered psychological resilience and fostered a robust communal identity, thus transforming rhetorical constructs into catalysts for socio-political mobilization. Furthermore, this paper expounds on the practical implications of hope-infused rhetoric, underscoring its potency in contemporary political discourse and its capacity to fortify national cohesion. The societal ramifications of such rhetorical prowess are profound, offering contemporary leaders a paradigmatic blueprint for engendering collective action and sustaining national morale amidst adversity. This scholarly inquiry contributes to the corpus of rhetorical studies by providing a nuanced understanding of the interplay between hope, rhetoric, and societal transformation.

This article rigorously examines the transgenerational impact of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's seminal 7th March speech through the lens of Pierre Bourdieu's theory of cultural Reproduction. Delivered in 1971, this speech catalyzed the Bengali independence movement and continues to shape political socialization in Bangladesh. By dissecting the speech as a potent form of cultural capital, this study elucidates its role in forming collective habitus and exerting symbolic power across generations. The analysis underscores the speech's enduring influence on national identity, civic engagement, and political discourse. The findings reveal significant practical and societal implications, suggesting the integration of this historical narrative into educational curricula and community initiatives to foster cohesive political consciousness.

Leslie Marmon Silko's Ceremony offers a rigorous exploration of identity, memory, and transcultural intersections within postcolonial literature. Utilizing Jan Assmann's conceptual frameworks of cultural memory, this research delineates the role of ceremonies in the novel as essential mechanisms for the preservation and transmission of collective memories. These ceremonies when analysed function not only as cultural markers but also as pivotal nodes in the construction of transcultural identities. The study further engages with the dynamics of memory, especially in its relation to rituals, to understand the nuances of identity formation within indigenous contexts. Through an analytical synthesis of literary elements and theoretical paradigms, the research emphasizes the significance of indigenous narratives in the academic discourse on memory and identity.

This research paper embarks on a comprehensive exploration of the complex interplay between gender biases and Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms, framed through the lens of cybernetic feminism. Drawing on a rich body of interdisciplinary literature, the paper critically examines how biases are not mere reflections of existing societal norms but are intricately woven into the very architecture of algorithms. The paper delves into various sectors impacted by these biases, including healthcare and employment, and underscores the ethical and policy implications arising from the use of biased algorithms. It argues for a multi-pronged, interdisciplinary approach to address these biases, highlighting the dynamic and evolving role of cybernetic feminism as both a methodological and ethical framework. The paper also outlines potential avenues for future research, emphasizing the need for longitudinal studies and a broader understanding of intersectional identities. By synthesizing key insights from seminal works in AI ethics, feminist theory, and legal studies, this paper serves as an urgent call to action, advocating for a more equitable digital future through concerted efforts across technological, ethical, and policy domains.

Kazi Nazrul Islam, the national poet of Bangladesh, was born in 1899 and lived until 1976, though he lost mental capacity in 1942. His poetry focuses about human life and everyday struggles. His writings at the shook the pillar of British oppression over the Indian subcontinent, empowering people of his time and continuing to inspire oppressed groups. Michal Joseph Oakeshott (1901-1990), a political philosopher of the twentieth century, considers the role of poetry in human life in his essay 'The Voice of Poetry in the Conversation of Mankind'. His conclusions here can be applied to Nazrul's poetry. This article examines Nazrul Islam's conception of the role of poetry with Oakeshott's view, noting how pertinent Nazrul's poetry is to some major concerns of contemporary life.

Kazi Nazrul Islam and Faiz Ahmed Faiz, the two most prominent poets in the Indian subcontinent, have used their poetry to bring out the image of social conflict and injustice in society. Their poems represent the social struggle of the exploited and their conflicts with the bourgeoisie. They bring up the issue of conflict, but the possible outcomes come up in their poetry. This paper intends to study comparatively Nazrul and Faiz under the theoretical framework of the conflict theory proposed by Karl Marx. For this study, selected poems of the poets' will be analyzed where social conflict and the assumption of the conflicts are highlighted. The similarity of their revolutionary and reformative ideas is also be highlighted.

Subalterns, the palpable fuel of society’s power structure, are always marginalized by the tormentors from the corridors of power. The oppressors use their life force to make them oppressed. One of the main tasks of literature is to reveal the truth of society. Kazi Nazrul Islam and Faiz Ahmed Faiz, two prominent revolutionary poets in the Indian subcontinent, spoke on behalf of the masses but in two different languages (Bengali and Urdu). Their poems still carry considerable importance in the context of contemporaneity. The exploitation of the power-centric society and resistance of the subaltern have come alive through their poetry. The poets undertaken for the present research consistently speak out against ethnic violence and political exploitation in their verses. The words for the wretched are always uttered in their voice. They have portrayed the misery of the marginalized people and suggested the way of achieving true freedom. Their poems transcend their time because of the universality of their contents and themes. Their poems intrinsically support subaltern studies worldwide. This study aims to compare Kazi Nazrul Islam and Faiz Ahmed Faiz on the grounds of their concerns for the subaltern and their resistance infusing with three theoretical concepts, subaltern, power, theory of resistance. The study will further focus on how the two poets with their similarities have depicted the marginalized voice of the subalterns.