Category Archives: Art of Resistance

Following the dictum “Cultural revolution must precede political revolution”, we are striving to create the scope for an alternative cultural space, which can offer resistance to all forms of coercion, and can also serve as a medium for conducting non-violent, horizontal dialogical exchanges.

পুং-তান্ত্রিকের নারীবাদচর্চা ও মানবীবিদ্যার আদ্যছেরাদ্দ

The article critiques the misuse of the term “feminism” in political and societal contexts, particularly in South East Asia, arguing that it is often reduced to superficial appeasement rather than genuine advocacy for gender egalitarianism. The piece also discusses the cultural complexity of the gender question, the superficial use of statistics as such, and the real challenges that Indian women face, such as malnutrition and gender-based violence. Emphasizing philosophical rigor, it highlights issues with binary gender norms in the context of discussing “gender neutral law” and advocates for nuanced, intersectional gender studies.

চন্দ্রাহত চন্দ্রচূড়

The Bangla blog post is a satirical critique of Justice Dhananjaya Chandrachud, the Chief Justice of India, highlighting his alleged contradictions between judicial conduct and religious involvement. It sarcastically reflects on his public participation in religious ceremonies, questioning the overlap between personal beliefs and professional duties. The article also touches on broader concerns about the fusion of politics, religion, and judiciary in India, referencing landmark cases like the Ram Mandir judgment and expressing frustration with the current socio-political landscape.

সঙ্কোচ থেকে সন্ত্রাসেঃ সংকটের ঘেরাটোপ

The article discusses a shift from hesitation to terror, framed within a broader socio-political context. It references historical events and figures, such as a jujutsu lesson at Tagore’s Santiniketan, and reflects on societal fears in modern times. The piece explores themes of empowerment, fascism, and the manipulation of power by the state. It draws parallels between past struggles and present challenges, advocating for an approach to resistance through self-awareness and resilience.

A Bouquet of Songs: “Tribute” to the All India Trinamool Congress (and BJP, of course!)

The following songs are being dedicated to All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) and also the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for their relentless oligarchical struggle for raping the people of West Bengal and India as a whole, both physically and financially. This collage of songs is essentially being offered to their “deaf” fascist governmentality, which heedlessly suppresses dissenters’ voices with any excuse or justification. This attempt by OBMA is for resisting rape culture, threat culture, syndicate culture, crony culture, systemic corruption and structural violence of authoritarian power-structures.

নিরুপমা, সুদর্শনা, সুরঞ্জনা, আকাশলীনা, চণ্ডালিনী প্রকৃতি, তিলোত্তমারা…

The article explores complex themes related to societal norms, patriarchy, and personal identity, using poetic and symbolic language. It reflects on the manufactured consent around clothing, gender, and body politics, examining how corporate and cultural forces shape individual choices. The narrative critiques the commercialization of love and consent, and uses allegorical references to mythological figures and natural elements to convey deeper emotions about human relationships and environmental destruction. The piece blends philosophy, art, and literature.

কৃষ্ণকলি, নির্ভয়া, আসিফা, বানো, অভয়ারা…

The article reflects on the b r u t a l realities of gender-based v i o l e n c e and i-n-j-u-st-i-c-e, weaving together cultural, political, and artistic references. Through parodied and modified renditions of Rabindranath Tagore’s songs, the author critiques society’s handling of s e x u a l v I o l e n c e, specifically referencing cases like the h o r r I f I c c r i m e s against Nirbhaya, Asifa, Bilkis Banoo, Tiottama/Abhaya and so on…..The piece calls for non-violent civil disobedience movement against theocratic syndicate-dependent crony and monopoly capitalism and possible transformation(s), using powerful metaphors (displacement), metonyms (condensation) and imagery to convey the pain, rage, and resistance of survivors.

The Sceptic’s Spectre: Henry Derozio

The narrative “The Sceptic’s Spectre: Henry Derozio” provides a detailed examination of radical humanist and cosmopolitan thinker Henry Louis Vivian Derozio’s ideas through the lens of contemporaneity. It discusses his role as an uncompromising educator and poet, focusing on his advocacy for free thought, anti-establishment rationalism, and his challenge to orthodox Hindu beliefs. Derozio’s influence on his students, known as the Young Bengal group, and his progressive ideas, which contributed to the shaping of modern Indian intellectualism, are central themes with special reference to the recent degeneration of this argumentative spirit in the context of plutocratic, theocratic Saffron Fascism. The article also reflects on his literary contributions, particularly his poetry, which embodies his revolutionary spirit that decries all authoritarian structures in favour of the eternal spirit of liberational praxis.

Mouthshut, Why Are You Shutting The Mouths of DHFL Victims?

The article criticizes the review platform Mouthshut for allegedly suppressing the voices of victims of the DHFL (Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited) scam. It accuses Mouthshut of removing critical reviews and blocking user accounts(?), thus preventing the victims from sharing their experiences and seeking justice. The article highlights the frustration and helplessness of these individuals, who rely on platforms like Mouthshut to expose corporate malpractices and demand accountability.

Terminating Embryo, Extinguishing Sanātana Hindutva?

The paper-letter critically examines the Hindutva ideology’s stance on abortion, using satire and sarcasm to highlight the contradictions in its rigid, “pro-life” views. The authors argue that Hindutva selectively interprets Hindu scriptures to enforce anti-abortion and anti-women policies, undermining women’s autonomy and agency. Through references to ancient texts, the paper critiques the ideological imposition of Hindutva, showing how it manipulates religious doctrines to control women’s reproductive rights while exposing its broader patriarchal and theocratic agenda.

রাজা-রানী খান খান! (তাতেই কী হয় অবসান?)…

The article is a satirical and allegorical narrative that criticizes authoritarianism and the suppression of dissent. It tells the story of a queen who, frustrated by her subjects’ silence, administers a pill that makes everyone scream against authority. This leads to chaos, with the queen’s attempts to suppress or escape the situation backfiring. The story reflects on the futility of authoritarian control, the inevitability of resistance, and the dangers of unchecked power.