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I am Kavita Chauhan,
a student of M.A. sem-2 department of English, M.K.B.U.
Practicle Criticism by I. A. Richards
This blog is part of a classroom activity focused on I.A. Richards' practical criticism regarding figurative language. Here, I'll delve into a poem(Naya hukumnama by javed akhtar),examining its practical aspects such as language usage, structure, metaphors, and figures of speech in poem.
-Assigned by Dilip bard sir
I am dealing with poem" Naya hukumnama"by javed akhtar
Kisi ka hukm hai
Saari hawayein
Hamesha chalne se pehle batayein
Ke unki samt ( direction) kya hai
Hawaon ko batana yeh bhi hoga
Chalengi jab tto kya raftaar hogi
Ke aandhi ki ijazat ab nahi hai
Hamari ret ki yeh sab faseelein (ramparts)
Ye kagaz ke mahal
Jo ban rahe hain
Hifazat inki karna hai zaruri
Aur aandhi hai purani inki dushman
Ye sab hi jaante hain
Kisika hukm hai
Dariya ki lehren
Zara ye sarkashi ( strong headedness) kam kar lein
Apni hadd mein thehrein
Ubharna phir bikharna
Bikhar kar phir ubharna
Galat hai unka ye hungama karna
Yeh sab hai sirf vehshat ki alamat (signs of insanity)
Baghavat ki alamat
Baghavat tto nahi bardasht hogi
Ye vehshat tto nahi bardasht hogi
Agar lehron ko hai dariya mein rehna
Tto unko hoga bas chupchap behna
Kisika hukm hai
Is gulsitaN mein
Bas ab ik rang ke hi phool honge
Kuch afsar honge
Jo ye tai karenge
GulistaN kis tarha banna hai kal ka
Yaqeenan phool ikrangi tto hongey
Magar ye rang hoga kitna gehra kitna halka
Ye afsar tai karenge
Kisiko ye koi kaise bataye
GulistaN mein
Kahin bhi phool ikrangi nahi hotey
Kabhi ho hi nahi sakte
Ki har ik rang mein chupkar
Bahut se rang rehte hain
Jinhone baagh ikrangi banana chahe thay
Unko zara dekho
Ke jab ik rang mein sau rang zahir ho gayein hain tto
Woh ab kitne pareshaN hain
Woh kitne tung ( harassed )rehte hain
Kisiko ye koi kaise bataye
HawayeiN aur lehreN
Kab kisika hukm sunti hain
HawayeiN
Hakkimon ki mutthiyon mein, hathkadi mein qaidkhano mein
Nahi ruktin
Yeh lehren roki jaati hain
Tto dariya kitna bhi ho pursukoon ( calm)
Betaab hota hai
Aur is betaabi ka agla qadam
Sailab (flood )hota hai.
Kisiko ko ye koi kaise bataye
This poem titled "Naya Hukumnama" by Javed Akhtar discusses the influence and control of various elements in our lives, using metaphors like winds, waves, and the garden of colors.
The word "Hukm " meaning in the poem (Command):
The overarching theme of someone having command over elements suggests a higher power or authority in control.
Before Whenever I was read poem but not understand in proper way and some questions arise in my mind that's discbined as below 👇
1. How do the comparisons in the poem, like winds and waves, make it a bit puzzling? What might these things really represent?
2. Why isn't the poem following a regular pattern? How does this make it a bit tricky to read, like solving a puzzle?
3. What pictures come to your mind when you read about the garden and colors? Why is it not straightforward, and how does this make the poem more interesting?
4. Who are these decision-makers in the poem? Why doesn't the poet clearly tell us? How does this make the poem a bit like a mystery to solve?
poem by offering more than one layer of meaning. Winds and waves might represent not only challenges but also opportunities, growth, or the cyclical nature of life. Deciphering the metaphorical depth becomes a puzzle that engages the reader.
The use of metaphors like winds, waves, and a garden in the poem introduces complexity and invites varied interpretations, aligning with New Criticism's acknowledgment of the multiplicity of meanings within a text.
# Four elements of criticism of figurative language:
Sense , feeling,tone & Intention:
The sense of the poem revolves around the influence and control over natural elements, such as winds, waves, and the garden of colors. It speaks to the inevitability of change, the consequences of decisions, and the dynamic nature of life.
The poem evokes a sense of contemplation and introspection. There's a blend of curiosity, acknowledgment of uncontrollable forces, and perhaps a cautionary tone about the consequences of decisions made by those in authority.
The tone of the poem is contemplative, almost meditative. It balances between acknowledging the uncontrollable forces of nature and critiquing the decisions made by those in power. It's neither entirely pessimistic nor overly optimistic.
The intention of the poem seems to be multifaceted. It may aim to prompt reflection on the dynamics of life, the limited control individuals have over certain aspects, and the consequences of decisions made by authorities. It might also suggest a call for humility and an understanding of the ever-changing nature of existence.
Metaphors:
Problematic Question: How do the metaphors of winds, waves, and the garden of colors contribute to the complexities in understanding life and decision-making?
Structure:
Problematic Question: How does the structure of the poem challenge traditional expectations, and what impact does it have on the reader's interpretation?
Images:
Problematic Question: How do the vivid images presented in the poem complicate the overall understanding, and what layers of meaning do the add?
In problematizing the poem, these questions highlight the intricacies within metaphors, structures, and images, encouraging a nuanced and critical examination of "Naya Hukumnama.”
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