A Study of Dalit Feminism and Black Feminism in the Works of Bama Faustina and Maya Angelou

Dalit literature signifies an important period in history of India's awakening of a vast number of oppressed people. It is their liberation, as well as their protest, disagreement, and revolt. Dalit literature is a genre that offers voice to those who have experienced humiliation, exploitation, marginalisation, and revolt in India's underprivileged communities. Dalit literature echoes the Dalits anguished voices. This literature portrays the injustices, indignities, and bias imposed by the upper castes, effectively depicting not just the pain and suffering experienced by Dalits but also giving voice to their anguish. The term Dalit is used to designate individuals or communities who have experienced marginalization and oppression throughout India's extensive historical past. It is not a term that denotes caste. Dalits were formerly known outside India as Untouchables. It exclusively refers to persons and communities who have been historically and structurally oppressed and marginalised from society. As old as humanity itself, persecution or exploitation of the weaker is nothing new. It is crucial to first recognize the general word “Dalit” in order to comprehend the suffering of Dalit women and the necessity of acknowledging their voice.