A PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDY OF WAZIR BEGUM'S CHARACTER ) IN THE CONTEXT OF THE NOVEL KAI CHAND THAY SAR-E-ASMAN)

Abstract

The novel “Kai chand thay sar-e- asman , by shams –ur-Rehman  Farooqi appeared publicly in2006. This novel alludes to the stifling traditions and declining societal landscape of Mughal era. Wazir begum is the main character of the Novel, who is overwhelmed with many psychological intricacies and complications. She desires to lead her life as per her choice and uses men just for her own benefit. The character of  Wazir begum  reflects opposite personality traits. Wazir begum’s character, in fact is a metaphorical representation of the downfall of Delhi sultanate and Mughal Empire.