The Discursive Nexus

About the Research Journal

Starting Year - 2025
Frequency - Biannual
Language of the publication - English
Format - Online
Subject - English Language and Literature
Publisher name - Prof. Dr. Anil Adagale
Publisher Mail ID - anil.adagale@symbiosiscollege.edu.in
Publisher Address - Department of English, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, S. B. Road, Pune - 411004

The Discursive Nexus is the peer-reviewed international research journal of the Department of English at Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, Pune. It serves as a dynamic platform for critical inquiry, intellectual exchange, and scholarly engagement across a broad spectrum of academic disciplines. While rooted in the traditions of English language and literature, The Discursive Nexus actively invites and encourages interdisciplinary and cross-cultural research that interrogates, redefines, and expands the boundaries of the humanities and social sciences. At its core, The Discursive Nexus is committed to fostering rigorous scholarship and innovative thought. We provide space for researchers, academicians, early-career scholars, and doctoral students from across the globe to present original and unpublished work that contributes meaningfully to contemporary academic discourse. Our mission is to champion research that is both rooted in strong theoretical frameworks and responsive to the shifting cultural, political, and intellectual landscapes of the 21st century.

Recognizing the evolving nature of academic inquiry, the journal places special emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches. We welcome contributions that traverse traditional disciplinary boundaries, whether through literature and history, gender and media studies, linguistics and cultural studies, postcolonial theory and visual culture, or digital humanities and pedagogy. In doing so, The Discursive Nexus seeks to reflect the complexity of today’s scholarly conversations and promote a more interconnected, holistic understanding of the human experience.

The editorial board of The Discursive Nexus comprises distinguished scholars and experts from diverse academic backgrounds, ensuring a robust and ethical peer review process that maintains the highest standards of academic integrity. Our commitment to transparency, critical engagement, and academic excellence underpins every aspect of our publication process.

All research papers/articles and critical essays submitted to The Discursive Nexus should be original, unpublished, and should not be under consideration elsewhere. Submissions must adhere to the MLA Handbook (Ninth Edition) formatting guidelines. Research articles should be between 5000 and 6000 words in length. Book reviews, critical essays, and translations are also welcome, with book reviews limited to 1500–2000 words. Each submission must be accompanied by a declaration of originality and non-submission elsewhere, as well as a statement ensuring that the work is free of plagiarism.

Affiliated with Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce—a premier institution known for its academic excellence and intellectual vibrancy—The Discursive Nexus reflects the college’s longstanding commitment to the promotion of liberal arts education and critical thinking. As part of this vision, the journal aims to not only showcase high-caliber scholarship but also to cultivate a vibrant community of thinkers, writers, and educators dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering dialogue.

Whether you are exploring the nuances of literary texts, examining cultural phenomena, rethinking pedagogical practices, or engaging in interdisciplinary intersections, The Discursive Nexus offers an inclusive, stimulating, and prestigious platform to share your insights. We invite you to be part of this growing nexus of thought and discourse.

Dear Readers,

It is with great pleasure that I bring to you the first volume our very own journal published by the department of English, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, Pune. Dedicated to cultivating and upholding the highest standard of research in literature and the humanities, ‘The Discursive Nexus – A Scholarly Forum for English Studies and Critical Inquiry’ will serve as the mouthpiece of multitudinous perspectives on literature, language, and culture. Integrating a strong interdisciplinarity with numerous other domains, the journal will strive to voice topical issues that signify the pressing need of the hour. In the current times, the nature of literary research is evolving rapidly, and we constantly seek to keep pace with the newer avenues of research that become potential sources of exploration.

Our aim is to promote ethical research in the contemporary times by solidifying the epistemologies of literary and cultural studies. One of our primary objectives through this journal is to decentre dominant narratives, and amplify marginalised voices. The articles in this volume encompass, but are not restricted to research papers that comment on philosophy, cultural studies, theatre and performance studies, gender studies, and a plethora of other disciplines. In future volumes, we will broaden our scope to include areas like translation studies, comparative literature, ecocritical studies, linguistics, and many more. It is our ardent desire to further the scope of research in the humanities through our pursuit of such fields of inquiry.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the authors, reviewers, and the editorial team for their contributions in upholding the highest standards of scholarship. I would further I would further like to extend my thanks to our patrons, Dr. S.B. Majumdar, Founder President, Symbiosis, and Chancellor, Symbiosis International University, and Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro Chancellor, Symbiosis International University, for their support in this endeavour. I would also like to thank Dr. Tessy Thadathil, Officiating Principal of Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, whose guidance made this publication a success. I would extend my gratitude to the associate editors of this volume for their assistance and hard work.

I am optimistic that this journal will chart a new course of research for the department and its students, and will encourage the readers to ponder upon the issues brought under critical inquiry in this volume.

Warm Regards,
Prof. Dr. Anil Adagale,
Head, Department of English,
Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce,
The Discursive Nexus

Dear Readers,

It gives me immense pride to write this address for yet another fascinating venture by the department of English, Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce, Pune. ‘The Discursive Nexus – A Scholarly Forum for English Studies and Critical Inquiry’ is the culmination of years of dedicated efforts that the department has put into the furtherance of academic and research inquiry in the field of literary studies. The department of English has a legacy that has come to fruition in the form of this research journal. It is my deepest privilege to present to you the first volume of the journal.

The journal ties in with the college’s ethos towards meticulous and dedicated research, and will serve as a platform for numerous research scholars to find critical expression. It is also a moment of immense pride for the college to be taking such strident efforts at making such significant contributions to research in the humanities. We seek to leave an indelible mark upon the community of researchers by furthering discourse in varied fields. Interdisciplinarity is at the core of the journal, and every research article in the volume is predicated on this value.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our patrons, Prof. Dr. S.B. Majumdar, Founder President, Symbiosis, and Chancellor, Symbiosis International University, and Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro Chancellor, Symbiosis International University, for their unwavering support in furthering our research endeavours. I would like to thank Prof. Dr. Anil Adagale, for his tireless efforts at inculcating a research mindset amongst our students and researchers. I would also acknowledge the consistent efforts of the faculty members of the department of English, and the notable contributions of the research scholars.

Warm Regards,
Dr. Tessy Thadathil,
Officiating Principal,
Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce