Question

What role does memory, recollection and recognition play in Kalidasa`s play
Abhijnana Shakuntalam? Discuss with reference to repetition of themes and
motifs in the play.

Answer 1

Answer:

Memory, recollection and recognition play important roles in Kalidasa's play through bringing the separated lovers back together and later uniting Dushyanta not only with Shakuntala but also with their son, Bharata. The related themes of the unconquerable nature of true love and fulfillment of destiny carry through the play. The themes are developed through incidents involving disguise and the uncovering of true identity, and objects that symbolize fidelity and stimulate recognition.

Answer 2

Elements such as Memory, recollection and recognition played an important role in Kalidasa's play as they bought separated lovers back together.

• The prominent themes are developed by disguising and uncovering true identity incidents and elements exemplifying eternal fidelity and softly stimulating recognition.
• In the historical play, Dushyant united not only with Shakuntala but also with Bharata, their son. The linked themes of the unconquerable essence of faithful love and destiny fulfillment bring the playthrough.

• Ultimately, as it was intended, the genuine love between Dushyant and Shakuntala must be confirmed, and the successful resolution will occur only after they conquer multiple obstacles.