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"Sceptical Elements in Fehmida Riaz’s Poems"

Abstract

Skepticism is a thought provoking feature in the poetry of Fehmida Riaz. Her poetic vision is characterized by an unwavering desire to question, explore, and redefine the limits of thought and belief. She challenges established traditions, strict moral codes, and social conventions that inhibit individuality and critical thinking. Riaz’s skepticism is both intellectual and emotional, stemming from her awareness of societal contradictions and the complexities of human nature. Through her poetry, she deeply examines the harsh realities of life, the oppression of women, and the hypocrisy that often lies beneath cultural and religious norms. Instead of accepting truths dictated by authority, she advocates for rediscovering them through personal experience and rational inquiry. For her, doubt is not a denial but an awakening to think beyond surface appearances and seek the essence of truth. Her poetry encourages readers to engage in this questioning process: to ask what truth really signifies, how reality should be understood, and whether our accepted beliefs are worthy of trust. In this way, skepticism becomes a tool for enlightenment and liberation. It allows her to express defiance against stagnation and to promote a more liberated, conscious mode of thought.  Thus, Fehmida Riaz’s poetic skepticism turns doubt into discovery, rebellion into contemplation, and poetry into a journey of intellectual and spiritual awakening.