Shapes of Dissent

Made By: Pannaga Yedatore

Written By: Lalitha Hasini Challapalli Edited By: Iniya J Graphic Design By: Iniya J Dead Poets Society is a rejection of conformism in the modern world. It is an extremely layered and nuanced take on dissent. It doesn't just challenge the idea of conformity in everyday life; it asks individuals to follow their instincts and destabilize structures of institutionalism, disciplinarian regimes, objective/empirical knowledge (and focus on the cardinality of creative expression),

Interviews by: Vedant Gunda Edited By: Iniya J Graphic Design By: Vedant Gunda What does it mean to dissent today? Six Gen Z voices share what dissent, protest, and standing by their beliefs mean to them. Would you stand up and be unpopular if that were the cost of voicing what you believe? Ayana, 18, Christ University: "Yes, I think I would. There are certainly instances where it is easier to remain silent because it helps one avoid conflict. With that being said, there are

By: Aman Subba Graphic Design By: Iniya J

Who decides which protests matter? Which movements become history, and which ones vanish into silence? Written By: Aleena Sebastian Edited By: Malaika Noorani Graphic Design By: Makkanthra Aditi In India, dissent can be seen everywhere. Streets overflowing with protesters, artists creating urgent resistance and digital networks mobilising millions overnight. Yet not all dissent achieves visibility. Some movements dominate headlines for weeks while others persist for years in.

Written By: Ahona Sur Edited By: Iniya J Graphic Design By: Vedant Gunda They Don't Care About Us - Michael Jackson A depiction of social agitation, political and economical ignorance of the government towards its citizens and alienated communities. The lyrics showcase protests against police brutality, fight for liberty and the essence democratic republic i.e, relevance of public participation War Pigs / Luke's Wall - Black Sabbath A heavy metal raw depiction of political

Written By: Muskaan Kaushik Edited By: N. Roshini Reddy Graphic Design By: Vedant Gunda I am not sorry For the things I said But I am sorry, desperately For the things I didn't say When I found myself fighting the urge to scream My voice seemed to be lost Lost somewhere In the shadows of hesitation and doubt Don't think they're gone, I have kept them Safe, all my sorrows, my anger The humiliation, the rage They consume me whole today So, I am truly sorry For swallowing the w

Written By: Sia Sirish Karanth Edited By: Aleena Sebastian Graphic Design By: Sagarika Raju The many streets of India, where the youth were protesting against the NEET paper leaks and demanding the Education Minister’s resignation, rang with the sound of music all around. People began doing impromptu performances and came up with slogans and anthems to further support the movement and involve more people. The art of creating music to send a message to world leaders and corp

Written By: Aleena Sebastian Graphic Design By: Iniya J