Aestheticism, Postmodernism and Displacement in Jhumpa Lahiris Fiction: A Novel View of the Search for Fulfillment by Obliviating the Past

The exploration of Diaspora reveals how individuals grapple with the haunting memories of a tragic past while seeking survival in a new world. Rather than the new environment causing disaster, it is the remnants of old habits and traditions that threaten their lives. The struggle to merge with a new culture highlights the complexities of postmodern transcultural existence. Both male and female agency play crucial roles in shaping individual identities, reflecting the challenges and sacrifices faced in a rapidly evolving social landscape in India.