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The aim is to explore how Thakumar Jhuli embodies indigenous knowledge and supernatural imagery in Bengali folk narratives.

April 5, 2026Open Access

Indigenous Epistemologies and Supernatural Figurations in Thakumar Jhuli: A re-reading of selected Bengali folk narratives

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This re-reading explores cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge in Bengali folk narratives, revealing their ongoing significance.

The aim is to explore how Thakumar Jhuli embodies indigenous knowledge and supernatural imagery in Bengali folk narratives.
Analyzing selected stories from Thakumar Jhuli
Examining cultural practices and ethical sensibilities
Identifying supernatural elements and their significance
Thakumar Jhuli serves as a cultural archive that preserves ancestral beliefs
Supernatural imagery stimulates creativity and critical thought
Folk narratives reinforce ethical values and cultural continuity

Moudrisha Karmakar (2026) studied this question.

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