TUGHLAQ

A play by

Girish Karnad

Duration -   60 Minutes

No of characters -   12

Short Synopsis

This analysis is a good entry point for Karnad's historical plays. In the play, Tughlaq emerges as a headstrong and idealistic ruler. He is vulnerable, and constantly admits his mistakes and allows himself to be punished...Read Full Synopsis


TUGHLAQ

A play By Girish Karnad

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Synopsis

This analysis is a good entry point for Karnad's historical plays. In the play, Tughlaq emerges as a headstrong and idealistic ruler. He is vulnerable, and constantly admits his mistakes and allows himself to be punished publicly. He moves his capital to Daulatabad because it is a city dominated by the Hindus.

Duration

60   Minutes

No of characters

12

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