Punjabi literature is a-flood with
babaism. It is a slave to tradition. Whose tradition is it after all? It’s a tradition of
babas’ own. To me, a writer affirming patriarchal values and promoting those in his writings, is a manifestation of
babaism in Punjabi literature.
We all know that our society is drenched in patriarchal culture. Yet, I hardly hear of any gatherings organised by Punjabi writers to discuss the subject. There are ample opportunities meanwhile to read and discuss Punjabi classical poets. We should also look at present day issues and present day writings.
The truth is, except for the works of some