ABSTRACT

The forgetful event of 1947 has a far reaching consequence on the subcontinent which are visible in the present days as well. Earlier most of the scholars concentrated on examining the causes behind the partition which revolved around the policies of the colonial government and the role of political parties and their leaders. This approach undermined the repercussions of the tragic event. Lately concepts like ‘the long partition’ have tried to highlight the effects of partition in various domains of contemporary South Asian life. Various recent incidents and issues, whose origin could be traced back to partition, further reinforces the need to divulge in this area of study. This will broaden our understanding regarding the contemporary dynamics of the region.