Epic literary tradition portrayed great heroines like Savitri, Draupadi, Shakuntala, Sita, etc. who underwent difficult
trials and tribulations to prove their chastity. Among all of them Sita is always considered as a role model for Indian
women. She is the heroine who is part and parcel of Indian hearts and lives even today. One can find her references in all
the religious and domestic roles expected to be followed by women. In sharp contrast to her, one will find hardly any reference ofDraupadi as a
role model for women. She was and is still the unsung heroine of Indian epic tradition. She is considered as an early feminist who questioned the
role and the dharma prescribed to her by the male dominated society. In this research paper we will focus on Draupadi’s unaccepted behaviour
within the patriarchal society. She remained unacknowledged because unlike Sita she revolted against the accepted social code and order.In
order to highlight the unconventional behaviour of Draupadi, initially this paper will explore major episodes revolving around her life. Then the
paper will focus upon Sita and Draupadi’s different understanding of the world of which they were a part. One would see two different female
attitudes towards the patriarchal society.
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Author Name: Dr. Archana Singh, Ms. Harleenkaur
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ISSN: 2277-8160
EISSN: 2277-8160
EOI/DOI: 10.15373/22778160
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