سلیم شہزاد کے ناولوں کے ناولوں میں مقامی آدمی کا موقف

Abstract

The research article explores the central themes presented in Saleem Shehzad's novels, focusing on the advocacy of the local man's perspective and its importance in resolving state-level challenges. According to Shehzad, local wisdom and experiences offer valuable insights that can aid the state in addressing both present and future crises. The author emphasizes that meaningful dialogue between the state and the local populace is essential for restoring mutual trust, fostering better relationships, and ensuring sustainable solutions. Ignoring the voice of the local man, according to Shehzad, can lead to detrimental consequences for the state. In addition to highlighting the local man's stance, the article delves into Shehzad's novel Pluta, which presents a nuanced discussion of the philosophy of oppression and justice. The novel illustrates that when oppression becomes unbearable and the oppressed curse their own land (symbolized by the act of "Pluta"), it triggers a destructive calamity that engulfs everything in its wake. This disaster not only punishes the oppressors but also consumes the oppressed, leading to the collapse of the entire societal structure. Shehzad's narrative serves as a metaphor for the catastrophic outcomes of unchecked injustice, revealing the delicate balance between justice and vengeance, where vengeful actions result in collective ruin.The research article thus underscores Shehzad's exploration of both local knowledge as a tool for governance and the philosophical dimensions of social justice and retribution.