AN INTRODUCTION by Madhavikutty (KAMALA DAS)/ Autobiographical/ Read by Dr. S. Melwin

‘An Introduction’ by Madhavikutty, popularly known as Kamala Das, describes her own mental and emotional state against patriarchal society. She explores her complex emotions regarding the system controlling her life and the lives of countless suffering women. She also has the experience to back up her assertions about freedom and oppression as she played a critical role in the establishment of the Indian feminist movement. Das points out that men are able to move through the world with a solid identity. They are allowed to have their choices and emotions in life. In the last lines, she pushes back against this way of life by stating that she feels things should change and she too can be “I.” Autobiographical in nature. A deep poem championing the cause of women. Hope you will be understand the mind of Kamala Das through this poem. Obviously, that's the title as well. It introduces Madhavikutty....