অবোলা জীবের দোসর রবীন্দ্রনাথ : ঘোড়া আর তোতার গল্প
ড. রাজশ্রী ভট্টাচার্য Abstract Rabindranath Tagore as the Companion of the Voiceless: The Allegory of the Horse and the Parrot This paper explores Rabindranath Tagore’s philosophical vision of freedom through two allegorical prose pieces from Lipika — “Totakahini” (The Parrot’s Tale) and “Ghora” (The Horse). Through symbolic representation of a caged parrot and a domesticated horse, Tagore critiques oppressive educational systems, authoritarian power structures, and the mechanization of life. The narratives transcend mere animal fables and unfold as profound commentaries on human freedom, creativity, and spiritual autonomy. By situating these texts alongside Tagore’s broader oeuvre — including Dakghar, Raktakarabi, Naibedya, and selected songs from Gitabitan — the study demonstrates the continuity of his liberationist philosophy. The paper argues that Tagore’s aesthetic strategy combines irony, lyrical prose, and symbolic layering to expose the violence inherent in imposed discipline and institutional rigidity. Ultimately, the death of the parrot and the silenced cry of the horse become metaphors Read More …