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The aim is to analyze the Shibsankirtankavya to understand its reflection of the socio-moral framework in 18th century Bengal.

February 27, 2026Open Access

Historicizing the Shibsankirtankavya: Conceptualising the Brahmanical Socio-Moral Order of Early Modern Bengal

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This analysis uncovers agrarian expansion's effects on Brahmanical order in early modern Bengal, indicating significant social insights.

The aim is to analyze the Shibsankirtankavya to understand its reflection of the socio-moral framework in 18th century Bengal.
Conducted a textual analysis of the Shibsankirtankavya.
Examined historical and anthropological contexts of early modern Bengal.
Interpreted the role of the zamindar in shaping the narrative.
Demonstrated the relationship between agrarian practices and Brahmanical socio-moral structures.
Highlighted the humanized portrayal of deities within social narratives.
Revealed the economic functions of folk poetry in promoting revenue-extraction goals.

Kajri Raymahasay (2025) studied this question.

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