Psychoanalysis of Hamid from “Eidgah” by Munshi Prem Chand: An In-depth Character Study

Abstract

Prem Chand is a renowned fiction writer of the 20^th century. He introduced new trends in Urdu short stories by establishing the modern standards of Urdu fiction. "Eidgah" is one of his prominent short stories. In this story, he has made the subject of self-reliance and self-confidence of the characters who grew up in poverty.  While describing the character of Hamid, Prem Chand has riddled this character with contradictions. Hamid's character does not correspond to the matter of self-possession, self-confidence and matter-of-factness. In result, his personality has become controversial in accordance with idealism. This research paper is based on the contradictions, gaps and the psychological deviations of Hamid’s character.